Alumni and Friends
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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Article ItemCategory: impact 'Right person, right officer, right job': Alumnus helps oversee Israel-Lebanon ceasefire , article
On Nov. 27, U.S. Army officials sent Maj. Gen. Jasper Jeffers III ’96, a native of Giles County who works as a commander in the U.S. Special Operations Command Central to Beirut, Lebanon, for the “implementation and monitoring mechanism” of the cessation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon.
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Article ItemCategory: impact In memoriam: Jim Johnson, former Virginia Cooperative Extension director and associate professor emeritus , article
Johnson led the successful alignment of Extension under the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and is a member of the college’s Hall of Fame.
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Article ItemCategory: culture Corps of Cadets alumnus 1st Lt. Benjamin Janosy named Duke’s Mayo Bowl Hokie Hero , article
Janosy is deployed to Poland as the executive officer of the 260th Movement Control Team.
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Article ItemCategory: research Can AI tools help in an emergency? Research is guiding that question , article
Emergency managers in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area are helping to inform a Virginia Tech research team’s ongoing analysis to determine the ways that artificial intelligence can help crisis and emergency managers do their work better.
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Article ItemCategory: academics Virginia Tech to honor 3,100 graduates at fall commencement , article
The University Commencement ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. ET. The Graduate School ceremony will follow at 2:30 p.m. ET. Both events will be available via livestream video from the university homepage for those unable to attend in person.
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Article ItemCategory: academics In memoriam: Nikki Giovanni, renowned poet, activist, and Virginia Tech legend , article
Many Hokies can attest to the power of Giovanni’s words - both spoken and written. She is known around the world for her poetry, essays, and written work that delve into social issues, such as race and gender, and call for action.
Contact Us
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