Protesters condemn VT Board of Visitors vote to eliminate DEI program Clark Palmer March 26, 2025 1 minute read Several protestors are condemning a decision by Virginia Tech’s Board of Visitors that dismantles DEI initiatives. More from WFIR’s Clark Palmer. Share: Post navigation Previous: Teen runner slashed in face during daylight attack; Roanoke man arrestedNext: Habitat, BRIL and Roanoke City team up to build accessible housing Related Stories Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Data Centers are here to stay; proponent says localities need to get on board Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Orvis to relocate Roanoke operations, retaining 60 jobs Ian Price June 22, 2026