Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Motto	Ut Prosim (That I May Serve)
Type	Public
Established	1872
Endowment	$1.35 billion (2021)
President	Timothy D. Sands
Students	34,440 (Fall 2020)
Undergraduates	29,300 (Fall 2020)
Postgraduates	5,140 (Fall 2020)
Location	Blacksburg , Virginia , United States
Campus	College town, 2,600 acres
Colors	Chicago maroon and Burnt orange
Nickname	Hokies
Affiliations	APLU, ORAU, URA
Mascot	HokieBird
Website	www.vt.edu

Virginia Tech, formally known as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, is a public university located in Blacksburg, Virginia. It is a leading institution in research, engineering, and technology.

History

Virginia Tech was established in 1872 as a land-grant institution under the name Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College. The university has undergone several name changes, becoming Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1896 and adopting its current name in 1970.

Academics

Virginia Tech offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its various colleges and schools. The university is particularly renowned for its College of Engineering, which is consistently ranked among the top engineering schools in the United States.

Colleges and Schools

• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
• College of Architecture and Urban Studies
• Pamplin College of Business
• College of Engineering
• College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
• College of Natural Resources and Environment
• College of Science
• Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
• Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

Research

Virginia Tech is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university's research expenditures exceed $500 million annually, making it one of the top research institutions in the nation. Key research areas include biotechnology, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy.

Campus

The main campus in Blacksburg spans 2,600 acres and includes over 200 buildings. Notable facilities include the Burruss Hall, the Moss Arts Center, and the Lane Stadium, home to the Virginia Tech Hokies football team.

Athletics

Virginia Tech's athletic teams, known as the Virginia Tech Hokies, compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The university offers a variety of sports, including football, basketball, baseball, and track and field.

Traditions

Virginia Tech is known for its strong traditions, including the annual Ring Dance, the Hokie Stone used in campus buildings, and the "Enter Sandman" entrance for football games at Lane Stadium.

Notable Alumni

Virginia Tech has a large and active alumni network. Notable alumni include:

• Michael Vick, former NFL quarterback
• Homer Hickam, author and former NASA engineer
• Regina Dugan, former director of DARPA

See Also

• List of Virginia Tech alumni
• List of Virginia Tech faculty
• List of Virginia Tech presidents
• Blacksburg, Virginia