Department of Science, Technology, and Society

STS ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

INNOVATIVE FACULTY

Our faculty are award-winning teachers, innovative scholars, and dedicated mentors who bring a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds to STS. They foster an inclusive, collaborative learning environment and support students in building meaningful connections across Virginia Tech and beyond.

Meet our faculty

VISIONARY SCHOLARS

STS graduate students at Virginia Tech come from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, united by their commitment to understanding and shaping the role of science and technology in society. They contribute fresh perspectives, cutting-edge research, and vibrant community to the department.

Explore our graduate students

TRAILBLAZING ALUMNI

Our alumni apply STS training in universities, government agencies, NGOs, industry, and the nonprofit sector, leading work in science policy, ethics, public engagement, and technology design. Their career paths demonstrate the versatility and impact of STS beyond the classroom.

See alumni highlights

RESEARCH AND TEACHING CLUSTERS

Whatever your interests — from environment and health to policy, technology, or philosophy — STS offers a wide range of expertise to support your work. Our research and teaching clusters bring together diverse perspectives and approaches, giving students the flexibility to explore their passions while learning from faculty across many fields.

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These alumni excel in their professions, communities, and university support , article
The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences will honor its outstanding alumni during a ceremony on April 17.
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Inspired to serve , article
The mission of a fall societal health class inspired a Christiansburg resident to not only contribute financially, but to lend a hand on a student work trip to West Virginia.
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Policy Scholars program strengthens researcher's work with eye-tracking technology , article
During his time as a +Policy Network Scholar, Brendan David-John worked alongside a mentor to connect his eye-tracking research with policy perspectives to address privacy and security challenges in emerging technologies.
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College of Architecture, Arts, and Design faculty tackle real-world challenges through research and creativity , article
Faculty are using college-funded research grants to develop innovative, community-focused projects that aim to improve everyday life through creative technology and collaboration.