Andrew Wells

The Leadership and Service Award is presented to the Student Affairs employee or group of employees who epitomize the spirit of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) and provide leadership development and/or service opportunities that incorporate the values of leadership including congruence, commitment, collaboration, common purpose, controversy with civility, citizenship, and change.

This year’s recipient is someone who works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that current and future students will have access to the resources they need.

Andrew Wells serves as Associate Director for Finance and Planning. He exemplifies outstanding dedication, care, and advocacy for students.

He has made a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of Virginia Tech students through his unwavering support of The Market of Virginia Tech, a critical resource that helps address food insecurity and provides food assistance for students.

Over the past year, Andrew has been an integral member of the team working to expand The Market of Virginia Tech into a new, larger space. This transition will increase The Market’s operational capacity so it can support more students.

Andrew has played a key role in reviewing financial operations, developing renovation and equipment budgets, and creating long-term funding projections that will help ensure The Market's sustainability and growth. These efforts are foundational to the continued success of a resource that supports our students. The level of care and dedication Andrew brings to his work will help ensure that students have access to basic necessities to thrive academically and personally.

For his work in expanding a deeply impactful and necessary resource to help our students succeed, Student Affairs is proud to present the Leadership and Service Award to Andrew Wells.