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November 2023 Hokie Family eNews

November 2023 Hokie Family eNews


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University launches Virginia Tech Advantage and a $500 million fundraising effort to support students with financial need

Alumni and friends of Virginia Tech join university leaders and guests to celebrate the launch of Virginia Tech Advantage, kick off a $500 million fundraising effort for the initiative, and recognize a $10 million gift for student scholarships.


By the numbers

There are only five weeks left of the fall semester!

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Events & Opportunities


The Living-Learning Program application process for returning students has opened! This means your student can:

  • Dive into a Living-Learning Program (LLP) for the first time.
  • Rekindle the magic of their current LLP as a return.
  • Embark on an exciting journey by switching to a different LLP.

Applications are waiting in the "LLP Returners" section of the StarRez Application Portal, or click here for more information. Students can apply for up to 2 incredible Living-Learning Programs.

Virginia Tech's 24+ LLPs offer a one-of-a-kind residential adventure, designed for a stronger sense of belonging, a tight-knit community, and academic and personal growth. We are also excited to share the launch of 3 new LLPs this year, Reach, Securitas, and, The Roost.

Hurry, the application deadline is November 20 at 11:59 p.m. Don't miss your student's chance to make this experience their own.

Learn more about Living Learning Communities, or reach out to us at livinglearning@vt.edu for assistance.

We're confident your student will discover the perfect LLP to continue their Virginia Tech adventure in the best way possible.


As part of National First-Generation College Celebration Week, First Generation Student Success (FGSS) is offering a week of support programs, resource explorations, and social experiences that reflects FGSS’s year-round services for first-generation students at Virginia Tech.

Don’t miss out on this year’s student-designed Hokie socks by giving a gift to Student Affairs until November 17.