BLACKSBURG, Va., April 22 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release:

From advancing career and technical education across the commonwealth to exploring how motivation shapes learning, four graduates of the School of Education's Class of 2026 are preparing to make a lasting impact.

Their paths spanning higher education, educational leadership, and educational psychology reflect a shared commitment to supporting others through teaching, research, and service. Shaped by mentorship and the Hokie community, they leave Virginia Tech ready to lead and to serve.

Rebecca Steele - Ph.D., Higher Education

Plans after graduation

To work at a medical school or in a health professions program, helping s...