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School of Neuroscience Spotlight

Mikey Harrigan, 2025 College of Engineering Outstanding Senior, founded a club wrestling team at Virginia Tech, as well as excelling in research and academics. Photo by Peter Means for Virginia Tech.

Mikey Harrigan wrestling another student in Hokie gym.

About the School of Neuroscience

Founded in 2016, the School of Neuroscience aspires to be at the forefront of research and training in Neuroscience. Faculty in the school apply molecular, cellular, developmental, behavioral, and computational approaches to study the structure and function of the brain and nervous system. Our mission is also to be a world leader in delivering this discipline to our undergraduate majors, graduate students, and postdoctoral trainees.  The final, yet equally important goal of the school is to promote and academically enriching and supportive climate that allows all members of our community to thrive and succeed.

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The School of Neuroscience was founded in 2016 and is now one of the largest undergraduate Neuroscience programs in the nation. Our alumni population is actively engaged within the School and continues to be involved with the Virginia Tech community.

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How to Give

The School of Neuroscience greatly appreciates any contributions that you make in order to help support our program. Founded in 2016, our school has grown to over 820 students. Your generosity will enhance research, support graduate stipends, and ensure continued growth.

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Campus scenic, architecture, buildings, summer, The Pylons