Tech to launch new Water Science degree Gene Marrano June 13, 2014 1 minute read Tech’s Stephen Schoenholtz (center) and students It would be the first of its kind in Virginia … and one of few available nationwide…Virginia Tech’s degree in Water Science is set to debut early next year. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with the professor getting it off the ground: Share: Post navigation Previous: Year-round “big air” skiing coming shortly to Liberty UniversityNext: General Assembly passes state budget Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0