Tech launches major athletics department fundraiser Gene Marrano April 20, 2021 1 minute read Virginia Tech has launched a $400 million fundraising campaign to bolster its sports amenities – and to heighten the university’s profile nationwide. Its called “Reach for Excellence.” Share: Post navigation Previous: On Weed Day, AAA says Va legalization presents traffic safety concernsNext: Alexandria residents charged with fleeing police on I-81 in stolen car Related Stories Coffee truck owner frustrated with code enforcement in Roanoke City Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0 A new playground at the Williamson Road Library – Plaza de Esperanza – cuts a ribbon Gene Marrano March 27, 2026 0 State Republican lawmakers call for temporary suspension of Commonwealth’s gas tax Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0