Annapolis Chapter
Our mission is to connect Hokies in the Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Calvert County, Charles County, Howard County, Montgomery County, and Prince Georges County areas. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area.
About
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- Chapter Liason: Tricia Realbuto
trealbuto@vt.edu - Chapter Volunteer: Becky Oaksmith
boaksmith@comcast.net
Support
Our chapter raises money to support student scholarships for area Hokies. Please make a gift to support a new generation of Hokies and encourage incoming students you know to apply for our scholarships.
Volunteer
We depend on local volunteers to keep our chapter active. There are volunteer opportunities for all Hokies with varying time commitments. Please join us!
News and Events
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In memoriam: Sandra Davis, Board of Visitors vice rector , articleDavis, a recipient of Virginia Tech’s highest honor and one of a select few friends of the university to have been named an honorary life member of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association, passed away on Tuesday, March 17. She was 79.
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Alumna supports students through sports , articleAlumna Chrystal Starling has built a dynamic career combining sports, education, and youth development. From Hokie student athlete to professional basketball player to assistant principal at a New York charter school, Starling credits writing and the influence of Nikki Giovanni for helping her find her voice and her purpose.
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From Virginia Tech to the eye of the storm , videoHurricane hunter and Hokie Rebecca Keller ’18 recently returned to Virginia Tech to speak with students and alumni about her work with NOAA at the Student Engineers’ Council 2026 Distinguished Lecture, part of Engineers Week. A graduate of Virginia Tech’s aerospace engineering program, Keller shared her passion for her unique job flying into the eye of the storm to gather data that improves weather forecasts. She credits the problem solving skills she learned at Virginia Tech with her career success in engineering. Want to learn more about hurricane hunters? Read more: eng.vt.edu/magazine/stories/fall-2024/hurricane-hokies.html
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Katherine Broaddus , articleMeet Katherine Broaddus '83, DVM '86, a veterinarian with Broad Run Veterinary Service in Bluemont, Virginia. One of only a few women to finish the Vermont 100 both on horse and foot, she is passionate about exposing people to foxhunting and carriage driving to preserve those sports for the future. Broaddus said being an alum has allowed her unlimited access over the years to top doctors and advice without judgement. She encourages current veterinary students to do a complete history and physical examination to diagnose patients before implementing the help of modern technology.
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Veterinary neurosurgeon John Rossmeisl earns National Academy of Inventors recognition , articleDogs and humans are the only mammals that commonly develop spontaneous brain tumors. John Rossmeisl has spent nearly three decades turning that coincidence into 21 patents — and treatments headed for human clinical trials.
Upcoming local events
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Basketball Watch PartiesIf you can't be in Cassell Coliseum, the next best thing is to watch the Hokies with Hokies! Check out our listing of watch parties.
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Virtual Travel SeriesJoin us to explore new countries and cultures through a virtual and interactive travel series!
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The Mindful Movement Program: Tai Chi and Qigong for Health and Well-beingJoin us for The Mindful Movement Program Feb. 17-April 2! The program features gentle movements from the arts of Tai Chi and Qigong suitable for participants of all ages.
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CLAHS Political Science Alumni Reception in D.C. , redirectJoin fellow alumni and friends of the political science department on Wednesday, March 18 as we celebrate 60 years of political science at Virginia Tech!
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Pamplin Regional Alumni Event: Greater D.C. Area , redirectConnect with fellow alumni on Thursday, March 19 for an evening of insights, networking, and collaboration across the region.
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College of Science Alumni Social , redirectJoin the College of Science on Tuesday, March 24 for a happy hour social event at Whino in Arlington!
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Science in Your Space: Richmond , redirectJoin the College of Science on Wednesday, March 25 for networking with Dean Kevin Pitts and fellow alumni, followed by a program centered around the exciting work happening in the college!
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Big Event , homeThe Big Event is April 11 and in-person meetups will be taking place throughout the month. Participate in the Big Event with a local activity or by making a gift.
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Cornerstone CrewCornerstone Crew is a monthly, casual, "no-host" gathering of Virginia Tech's most passionate and respected alumni in Blacksburg! It's a time to get together for fellowship at a local establishment, reminisce about the old days, and make plans for future Hokie events.
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Triangle Young Alumni Happy HourJoin fellow Triangle young alumni on Tuesday, April 21 for a happy hour in Raleigh!
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New York Young Alumni Happy HourJoin fellow young alumni on Tuesday, April 21 for a happy hour in the heart of Manhattan! Take a break from work and enjoy a spirited night with Hokies.
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D.C. Young Alumni BrunchJoin fellow D.C. young alumni on Saturday, April 25 for a weekend brunch while you enjoy spring vibes in the city! Grab your crew, roll in whenever you wake up, and bask in the Hokie Spirit all day long.
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Charlotte Young Alumni Pickleball Happy HourJoin us on Wednesday, April 29 for the Charlotte Young Alumni Pickleball Happy Hour! Come for the Hokie connections, stay for the competition.
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Tech on Tap: Catching Concussions Behind the PlateJoin fellow alumni on Thursday, April 30 for Tech on Tap! Steve Rowson, biomedical engineering professor, will discuss his research on baseball catcher helmets, why we may have been thinking about them all wrong, and how a change in approach may result in an entirely new design moving forward.
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Virginia Tech Day with the Boston Red SoxRepresent Hokie Nation and cheer on the Boston Red Sox as they take on the Houston Astros on Sunday, May 3!
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The Young Alumni Mega MixerHokies, Hoos, Dukes, and Rams are meeting up for the best party of the year! Join fellow young alumni from across the commonwealth on Thursday, May 7 for food, drinks, and fun.
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The "Skinny" on Pet NutritionJoin Mark Freeman, clincial associate professor at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, on Wednesday, May 13 for a discussion on the nutritional needs of pets across their lifespan.
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Aging in Community Workshop: TidewaterJoin Cornerstone Alumni and Carlisle Shealy on Wednesday, May 20 for a workshop and discussion on personal reflection, intentional planning, and the development of action plans to address successfully aging in place in one's community.
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Alumni Weekend 2026 , homeAlumni Weekend is June 4-7, 2026. Join us for this exciting tradition alumni look forward to all year long. Return to Blacksburg to explore campus, have fun, and learn.