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        <description><![CDATA[ By bringing together chefs, scholars, and students, the immersive meal A Taste of Appalachia, Past and Present transformed archival materials into a living, public experience — one that challenges stereotypes and highlights the region’s diverse cultural influences. ]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[ University Libraries invites students to Cheesy Nights, a longstanding Virginia Tech tradition designed to support students during finals week. The event will take place May 7, 8, 10, and 11 at 7:30 p.m. each night at Newman Library. ]]></description>
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