Faculty + Staff
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Our faculty and staff are part of what makes this college so special. We attract award-winning faculty from around the world to teach students and lead cutting-edge research projects.
College Affiliates
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Ruth Waalkes
Associate Provost for the Arts
Executive Director, Moss Arts Center
Blacksburg campus
rwaalkes@vt.edu