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Tidewater Chapter

Serving Hokies in the Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach areas.

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Our mission is to connect Hokies in the Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach areas. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area. 

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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.


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We depend on local volunteers to keep our chapter active. There are volunteer opportunities for all Hokies with varying time commitments. Please join us!


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    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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    Record $20 million gift to empower tomorrow’s doctors to serve , article

    Jim '74 and Augustine '71 Smith's record generosity will help aspiring doctors overcome cost barriers to realizing their potential and will enhance the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine’s ability to serve as a pipeline of talent to numerous communities that need physicians.

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    VMCVM Student Spotlight: Cydney Suber , article

    Meet Cydney Suber, a Class of 2029 veterinary student from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, on the equine track. Cydney knew she wanted to be a veterinary from a young age -- her mother dubbed her Doc McStuffins. Working with horses when she got older, and seeing how the human-horse bond could affect people's lives in a positive manner, solidified her plans to be a veterinarian. Cydney said she always thought she was a dog person, until she met her cat Percy.

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    Basketball Watch Parties

    If 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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    Giving Day Alumni Events

    Meet up with your local alumni chapter to help raise funds for student scholarships in your area.

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    The Mindful Movement Program: Tai Chi and Qigong for Health and Well-being

    Join 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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    Richmond Giving Day Party
    Richmond Giving Day Party

    Join fellow Richmond Hokies on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery for a Giving Day party! Enjoy a fun evening with alumni and celebrate Hokie Spirit and the power of giving back!

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    Join the College of Science on Wednesday, Feb. 18 for a fun, student-centered celebration of Virginia Tech Giving Day at 540 Social! Every gift, big or small, fuels scholarships, research, hands-on learning, and innovation across the college.

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    Young Alumni Evening at the Washington Wizards
    Young Alumni Evening at the Washington Wizards

    Join us for this year's D.C. young alumni Giving Day celebration on Thursday, Feb. 19 at Capital One Arena and watch the Washington Wizards take on the Indiana Pacers!

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    Cornerstone Book Discussion

    Join Cornerstone Alumni for a book discussion on "Conquering the Cost of Nursing Home Care: A How to Guide" led by Mark Tubbs ’75 on Thursday, Feb. 26.

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    Virtual Travel Series for Cornerstone Alumni
    Virtual Travel Series

    Join us to explore new countries and cultures through a virtual and interactive travel series!

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    Virginia Tech Basketball Watch Party

    All are invited to join the Native and Indigenous Alumni Society (NIAS) and the Charlottesville Alumni Chapter for a women's basketball game watch on Sunday, March 1.

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    Women's Basketball Watch Party

    Join Cornerstone Alumni in Blacksburg on Sunday, March 1 to cheer on the Virginia Tech Hokies as they take on the University of Virginia Cavaliers in the Commonwealth Clash. This event is open to all.

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    Shaping the Future: A Campus Development Preview

    Join us on March 4 or 5 for a happy hour with fellow Hokies! Attendees will enjoy great conversation and a special campus-focused presentation.

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    Virginia Tech Night at the Norfolk Admirals
    Virginia Tech Night at the Norfolk Admirals

    Join us on Saturday, March 7 for a night at the rink with Hokies! Cheer on the Norfolk Admirals as they take on the Idaho Steelheads in an epic hockey matchup.

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    Brain School with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute

    Join us on Monday, March 9 for an engaging evening exploring how genetic mutations shape brain disorders and how emerging cell and gene therapies may transform the future of neuroscience and medicine.

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    Cornerstone Chat: Cryptocurrency and Investment Scams
    Cornerstone Chat: Cryptocurrency and Investment Scams

    Join Carmen Clifford, training and outreach coordinator with the Virginia State Corporation Commission, on Tuesday, March 10 for an in-depth discussion on investment scams.

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    Cornerstone Crew

    Cornerstone 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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    Join 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
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    Join 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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    Triangle Young Alumni Happy Hour

    Join fellow Triangle young alumni on Tuesday, April 21 for a happy hour in Raleigh!

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    Charlotte Young Alumni Pickleball Happy Hour

    Join 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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    Virginia Tech Day with the Boston Red Sox
    Virginia Tech Day with the Boston Red Sox

    Represent Hokie Nation and cheer on the Boston Red Sox as they take on the Houston Astros on Sunday, May 3!

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    Alumni Weekend 2026
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    Alumni 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.