Philadelphia Chapter
Our mission is to connect Hokies in the Philadelphia area. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area.
About
Follow us
- Chapter Liason: Logan Ross
loganr3@vt.edu - Chapter Volunteer: Greg Zesinger
philadelphia.hokies@gmail.com
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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Corps of Cadets alumnus Special Agent Matt Goodyear named Louisville Hokie Hero , articleGoodyear is on temporary assignment to the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, as a member of the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Services
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Volunteer spotlight: Senior Class Gift Campaign co-chairs Jabrea Flowers, Jonah Middleton lead with purpose , articleTheir leadership reflects a shared passion for creating meaningful opportunities, building community, and inspiring future Hokies to give back.
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Video ItemStudents learn the art of scratching from DJ Zo , video
Virginia Tech's Digging in the Crates hosts a workshop for students led by alum DJ Zo (Alessandro Manno '07). Students learn how to use DJ'ing equipment and discuss Manno's career in the music production industry.
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Glenda Snyder inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame , articleA Virginia 4-H Extension agent in Botetourt County and dedicated volunteer for over four decades, Snyder joins a class of 16 national honorees for her lifelong contributions to youth development.
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Constructing success: Scholarship support empowers future engineers , articleCivil and environmental engineering students Garrett Beggs and Leah Goulet are building their futures with the support, mentorship, and generosity from the CEE Alumni Board Scholarship.
Upcoming local events
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Hokie Hike 2025 , homeJoining our annual Hokie Hike is fun and easy! Sign up, hike anywhere between Oct. 1 and Nov. 17, and share your journey using #HokieHike.
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Football Watch PartiesWatch the Hokies with Hokies. Check out our listing of watch parties across the country.
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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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Tech on Tap: The Road to Artificial General IntelligenceJoin Walid Saad, professor of electrical and computer engineering, on Thursday, Nov. 6 to explore the cutting edge of semantic communication and see how breakthroughs are shaping a smarter, more connected world.
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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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Cornerstone Campus ConnectionsJoin us for a virtual conversation between Cornerstone Alumni and Student Alumni Associates on Thursday, Nov. 13! This is an opportunity to connect with the new generation of Hokies, provide mentorship, reengage with Virginia Tech, and learn about upcoming alumni events.
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Triangle Young Alumni Happy HourJoin fellow Triangle young alumni on Thursday, Nov. 13 for a happy hour in Raleigh! Enjoy tasty drinks, good company, and a relaxed evening of networking and fun.
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Engineering Alumni Museum Tour , redirectJoin us for an exclusive tour of the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia on Sunday, Nov. 16! This event is an opportunity for Virginia Tech Engineering alumni to reconnect, explore, and marvel at the wonders of aviation and space exploration.
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Engineering Alumni Social , redirectJoin fellow alumni on Tuesday, Nov. 18 for a happy hour in Columbia, Maryland! Hang out, network, and raise a glass at Elliott's Craft Kitchen with local Hokies.
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Cornerstone Chat: Changes Coming to Medicare in 2026Join Cornerstone Alumni and Shannon Abell '76, community ambassador with AARP Virginia, on Nov. 18 for an in-depth look at what's coming for Medicare beneficiaries in 2026.
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Drinking Water Challenges in the Appalachian CoalfieldsJoin Leigh Anne Krometis, associate professor of biological systems engineering, on Wednesday, Nov. 19 as she examines the challenges facing citizens in the coal seams of Appalachia when it comes to obtaining clean, safe drinking water.
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Virginia Tech Night at the Washington CapitalsJoin Hokies at Capital One Arena on Thursday, Dec. 18 to see the Washington Capitals take on the Toronto Maple Leafs!
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Virginia Tech Night with the Carolina HurricanesIt's time to represent Hokie Nation and cheer on the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday, Jan. 22 as they take on the Chicago Blackhawks.
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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.