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As proud alumni of Virginia Tech's College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, you are part of a vibrant community of over 65,000 individuals, dedicated to advancing knowledge, fostering critical thinking, and shaping tomorrow's leaders. The College stands at the forefront of interdisciplinary education, blending the humanities and social sciences to address complex global challenges. With a rich history dating back to Virginia Tech's founding, our college has consistently upheld a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement.

 

Our alumni play a vital role in our ongoing success and serve as ambassadors in diverse fields worldwide. Your achievements in academia, business, public service, and the arts inspire current students and faculty alike. Together, we continue to uphold Virginia Tech's motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), through collaborative research initiatives, outreach programs, and a steadfast dedication to fostering inclusive excellence. We invite you to reconnect with your alma mater, share your experiences, and join us in shaping the future of the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences at Virginia Tech.

Alumni News

 
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    Rick Devens is seen on Survivor 50.
    Alumnus Rick Devens returns to 'Survivor' , article

    Devens '06 talked about his time as a student and on “Survivor.” He is one of 24 castaways of “Survivor 50,” the landmark 50th season of the popular CBS series that premieres Wednesday, Feb. 25, on CBS.

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    Courtney Woodley on the balcony of the Inn at Virginia Tech.
    From English major to the Coast Guard , article

    Courtney Woodley's story is a reminder that the ability to read, write, and communicate can take you anywhere.

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    Josh Thompson sitting on a set of stairs and smiling.
    Creating a welcoming environment for students , article

    Josh Thompson, an alumnus of English and a doctoral student in the School of Education, is building a study abroad course to help rural students see their environment from a global perspective.

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    Faculty and students in front of a data visualization screen in Virginia Tech’s Data and Decision Sciences Building. Photo by Luke Hayes for Virginia Tech.
    $10 million gift to fuel transdisciplinary data science , article

    Tom and Cathie Woteki, an alumni couple who made profound contributions to the fields of public health and applications of enterprise computing in their careers, have made a $10 million estate gift commitment to endow multiple faculty positions or fellowships, as well as create graduate fellowships, in the College of Science and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

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    Kaylea Arnett diving from a platform attached to a cliff in Italy last year
    A leap into the unknown , article

    Former Virginia Tech All-American diver Kaylea Arnett '16 is competing internationally as a high diver, plunging into various bodies of water from platforms as high as 70 feet in the air — and loving it.

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    Portrait of Jennifer Butlin smiling indoors at the Inn at Virginia Tech, with warm hanging lights and blurred architectural details in the background.
    How this English graduate became a leader in nursing accreditation , article

    Listening deeply, something she learned from years of interpreting literature, helps Jennifer Butlin '92 unify educators, policymakers, and practitioners around shared interests and goals as the executive director of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

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College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
Liberal Arts and Human Sciences Building, 200 Stanger Street, Blacksburg, VA 24061

Alumni: Sarah Turner, sturner24@vt.edu
Giving: Michael Webb, 540-231-8014, mcwebb@vt.edu
Media and News Inquiries: Jenny Boone, 540-232-8574,  jennykb@vt.edu