Virginia Tech Commencement

Photos: Commencement Preparation

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:08:05 -0400

Take a behind-the-scenes look at Commencement set up.

Photos: 2013 University Commencement

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:46:57 -0400

Graduate profile: Architecture student wants to use design to improve lives

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Erin Sanchez not only lives her own life to the fullest, she is driven to improve the lives of others. As she graduates with a Bachelor of Architecture, she says that through her experiences at Virginia Tech she has discovered ways that she can apply her education to make people's lives better.

Graduate profile: Life-altering injury set academic path in motion for graduating student

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Sarah Gilbert of Goochland, Va., a graduating senior majoring in chemical engineering and minoring in chemistry, had a life-altering injury that caused her to pursue the field of biomedical research. She hopes to narrow her focus on neurological research after graduation.

Graduate profile: Reco Charity will be first in his family to graduate college

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Despite their family's financial difficulties, Reco Charity's mother encouraged him to work hard and do well in school in the hopes that he would one day attend a university. As one of the first recipients of financial aid from the university's Presidential Scholarship Initiative, he received a full ride to Virginia Tech and will be first in his family to graduate from college.

Graduate profile: Finance Ph.D. student's research on tax evasion in Greece gets worldwide attention

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Nikolaos Artavanis, who will receive his doctorate in finance later this month, co-authored a recent study on tax evasion in Greece that found that professionals were the biggest tax dodgers. His research also received extensive coverage by the media in the United States and abroad.

Graduation countdown: As students complete exams, preparations for 2013 spring commencement ceremonies are underway

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Virginia Tech will provide live streaming video of both the Graduate School Commencement and University Commencement ceremonies off the university homepage.

Graduate profile: Valerie Hengemuhle to help students have meaningful experience abroad

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Valerie Hengenmuhle, who will graduate May 17 with degrees in marketing and communication, has embraced the intercultural experiences that foster understanding, developed the personal relationships that are the foundation of community, and offered her service as a responsible citizen of the world, in the spirit of the university's motto: Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

Faculty, staff volunteer ushers work diligently to assist commencement visitors with disabilities

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

University officials estimate that more than 1,500 of the 35,000 guests expected to attend this year's commencement activities will need assistance or accommodations due to a disability. All of the more than 150 volunteers who will serve as ushers on commencement day undergo training on how best to interact with individuals with disabilities.

Graduate profile: Study abroad scholarship winner will return to France after graduation

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Diego Arias-Caballero, winner of the Robert Turner Fontainebleau Study Abroad Scholarship, will return to France this summer after earning a prestigious award for his work during the 2012 summer academy. Arias-Caballero will graduate with his masters of architecture on May 17.

Graduate profile: Kareim Oliphant leads Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets to new heights

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Graduating senior and new U.S. citizen Kareim Oliphant led the largest corps since 1968, instituted new corps programs, and achieved marked successes with existing programs.

Professor Dhruv Grewal to receive Graduate Alumni Achievement Award for 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Virginia Tech's 2013 Graduate Alumni Achievement Award will be presented to Dhruv Grewal, who is the Toyota Chair in Commerce and Electronic Business and a professor of marketing at Babson College.

Tracy Wilkins named University Distinguished Achievement Award winner for 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Tracy D. Wilkins, an emeritus member of Virginia Tech's faculty, former university leader, and co-founder of the TechLab company, is the 2013 recipient of Virginia Tech's University Distinguished Achievement Award.

Graduate profile: Victoria Heath combines international savvy with compassionate service

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Victoria Heath, a graduating senior from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, reflects on how she would like to "invent the future."

Graduate profile: Student with global perspective to pursue master's degree in international education

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Maggie Appel-Schumacher will graduate later this month; her post-graduation plans include moving to Washington, D.C., to work at George Washington University, where she will also pursue a master's degree in international education.

Graduate profile: Doctoral student researches word sounds and consumer behavior

Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Doctoral student Derick Davis, who will graduate later this month, does research on homophones and consumer behavior that builds on theories of reading processes, comprehending written information, and priming.

Graduate profile: Future is bright for senior who made unexpected discoveries, completed two degrees

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Rebeca Salmeron, a senior double majoring in animal and poultry sciences and dairy science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, will be among the students graduating Friday, May 17. Where she goes from here is anybody's guess, but one thing is certain -- her future is full of opportunities.

Graduate profile: Engineering student led electric motorcycle team to compete with professional teams

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

When senior John Marshall entered Virginia Tech as a freshman more than four years ago, he was set on an engineering job. He just was not sure which field at the time. He found his path in the Joseph F. Ware Jr. Advanced Engineering Laboratory and as leader of a student team that designed and built an electric-powered racing motorcycle that competed with national teams.

National Capital Region Commencement speakers (1981 to 2012)

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

The following individuals delivered the National Capital Region Commencement address at Virginia Tech (dating back to 1981):

National security expert Austin Yamada to address 2013 National Capital Region graduates

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Yamada was deputy assistant secretary of defense for special operations and combating terrorism from 2000 to 2003.

Swiss science and technology counselor Christoph Ebell to deliver 2013 Graduate School Commencement address

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

The Graduate School Commencement ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. in Cassell Coliseum. Approximately 1,000 Virginia Tech graduate students are expected to complete their degree requirements this spring and participate in the ceremony.

Parking information for 2013 spring commencement ceremonies

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

2013 Commencement parking information

Virginia Tech President Charles W. Steger to give 2013 University Commencement address May 17

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

University Commencement will begin at noon. More than 5,000 graduates will be honored at this ceremony. The ceremony will be streamed live on the university homepage.

Donning of the Kente ceremony to be held May 16

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Virginia Tech's Black Organizations Council will hold the annual Donning of the Kente ceremony on Thursday, May 16, at 2 p.m. in the Graduate Life Center.

On-campus commencement lodging provides low-cost, convenient option for families of graduates

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Packages start at $220 for two nights and include parking and breakfast and dinner each day at D2 Dining Center.

Photos: 2012 Fall Commencement

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:55:55 -0500

Families, faculty to honor graduates at 2012 Fall Commencement ceremonies Dec. 21

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students will be honored during Fall Commencement ceremonies to be held Friday, Dec. 21, in Cassell Coliseum on the Virginia Tech campus.

Annie Hesp, Kirk and Noel Schulz to address graduates at 2012 Fall Commencement ceremonies

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Both ceremonies will be held at Cassell Coliseum. Approximately 2,500 students will be honored for completing their academic degrees at the end of the summer and fall terms at the two events.

Graduate School Commencement speakers (1990 to 2012)

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The following individuals delivered the Graduate School Commencement address at Virginia Tech (dating back to 1990):

University Commencement speakers (1873 to 2012)

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The following individuals delivered the University Commencement address at Virginia Tech (dating back to 1873):

Photos: 2012 Spring Graduate School Commencement

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:30:25 -0400

Photos: 2012 Spring Commencement

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:41:57 -0400

Virginia Tech students, along with their faculty, family, and friends, celebrated one of life's accomplishments — the successful completion of a college degree — during the University Commencement Ceremony on May 11, 2012.

Two commencement speakers, family celebrations highlight 2012 spring commencement ceremonies May 11

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

For the first time, Virginia Tech will offer live streaming video of both the Graduate School Commencement and University Commencement ceremonies.

First Lady Michelle Obama to address Virginia Tech graduates

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Mrs. Obama joins U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, D-VA, as commencement speaker.

Senior Vice President and Provost Mark G. McNamee to give 2012 Graduate School Commencement address

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Approximately 1,000 Virginia Tech graduate students are expected to complete their degree requirements and participate in the ceremony.

Secretary of Education Laura W. Fornash to speak at 2012 National Capital Region commencement

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Approximately 400 National Capital Region students are expected to complete their degree requirements and participate in commencement ceremonies.

Virginia Tech offers campus lodging for families and guests during spring commencement

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

On-campus lodging minimizes parking issues and provides guests with convenient and low-cost accommodations.

U.S. Sen. Mark Warner to give 2012 University Commencement address May 11

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

University Commencement will begin at noon. More than 5,000 graduates will be honored at this ceremony.

Spring graduate and university commencement ceremonies to be broadcast live on Virginia Tech homepage

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Links to the streams for both events will be accessible from the university homepage approximately one hour before each ceremony begins.

Spring commencement, convocation schedule revamped; University Commencement ceremony to begin at noon on Friday starting in 2012

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The university will again make residence hall rooms and suites available for families who wish to stay on campus during commencement weekend.