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sbhans
Virginia Tech '13
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Off- Campus Dining
You name it- they've got it off campus. A lot of places deliver very late at night also, so it's perfect for students.
Feb 08, 2010
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Sunrise Smiles at Freshman...
Sunrise Smiles at Freshman Orientation
Incoming Virginia Tech freshman students get the chance to enjoy the number-one campus food in the nation (according to the Princeton Review) for the first time during New Student Orientation.
Students Explore New Horizons...
Students Explore New Horizons at Welcome Week
With free concerts, food, and nightlife, there's always something to enjoy during Hokie Hi Welcome Week at Virginia Tech.
Stargazing Students
Stargazing Students
The Drillfield is a great place to stargaze or view a meteor shower in the cold night hours. Just be sure to bundle up and bring a blanket and brace yourself for the brisk Blacksburg weather!
Hokie Traditions
Hokie Traditions
Hokie football fans signal a third down for the visiting team with the time-honored tradition of jingling keys. Every minute of a game in Lane Stadium is filled with action.
Might As Well Jump!
Might As Well Jump!
Virginia Tech freshmen embrace the traditions that come with every Lane Stadium game, including jumping up and down when Metallica's "Enter Sandman" blasts through the stadium as the Hokie players enter onto the field.
Students Keep It Cozy With The...
Students Keep It Cozy With The Hokie Bird
School spirit is always overflowing at Hokie basketball games.
The Hokie Bird Makes Excellent...
The Hokie Bird Makes Excellent Midnight Pancakes
At the annual fall festival known lovingly as "Gobblerfest," students can be introduced to a multitude of activities and organizations on the Virginia Tech campus. In addition, they are treated to a delicious pancake breakfast in the late-night hours.
Everlasting Bonds Within Greek...
Everlasting Bonds Within Greek Life
The friendships made within the Greek community at Virginia Tech are bonds that cannot be broken. Here, members of Alpha Chi Omega and Phi Sigma Kappa stop to crack a smile in their Hokie attire before the annual spring football game.
Students Study Hard
Students Study Hard
Dorm life is an excellent way for freshmen to meet other students, and it's a beautiful place to get some hard work done.
The North End Zone: A...
The North End Zone: A Sanctuary of Spirit
At the annual Orange Effect game, students display their intense Hokie Spirit and flood the stadium with a sea of orange. The North End Zone is a popular place for students with season tickets to catch the games with all of their Hokie friends.
Drown Yourself in School...
Drown Yourself in School Spirit
If you're a student at Virginia Tech, you learn pretty quickly to become a die-hard football fan. Being a member of the Hokie Nation means dedication to your beloved football team for the rest of your life. Witnessing over 60,000 screaming fans in Lane Stadium for the very first football game you attend is enough to make you realize, "I know why I wanted to be a Hokie."
Hokie Friendships
Hokie Friendships
Whether it's out at a party on a Friday night or at a club meeting, meeting new people is an easy, great way to expand your connections to the Hokie Nation.
East Campbell Hall
East Campbell Hall
There is nothing more beautiful than the sights of the Virginia Tech campus. East Campbell Hall is a coed residential hall that lies right on the Drillfield.
12 Floors Above The World
12 Floors Above The World
As the tallest building in Blacksburg, Slusher Tower hosts 331 residents, typically freshmen, and offers breathtaking views of campus.
Work Hard, Play Hard!
Work Hard, Play Hard!
Most of the quads on campus offer volleyball courts, as well as many other amenities, so students can have fun and meet their new neighbors. This particular volleyball court lies on Slusher Beach, which is surrounded by Slusher Tower, Slusher Wing, East Campbell Hall, and Main Campbell Hall.
Am I Living At Hogwarts?
Am I Living At Hogwarts?
The old-style, ornamental architecture is exhibited all around campus. This stunning archway lies under Main Campbell Hall.
Alternative Transportation
Alternative Transportation
When walking gets tiring and the buses get too crowded, many students, whether on or off campus, opt to bring bikes to school to provide their own alternative form of transportation.
Main Campbell Hall
Main Campbell Hall
This residence hall is located directly adjacent to the Drillfield and hosts one of the two honors communities on campus.
A Beacon of Ut Prosim
A Beacon of Ut Prosim
Burruss Hall is one of the most widely recognized architectural marvels on the Tech campus. It houses the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, as well as Burruss Auditorium, where concerts, speakers, and larger classes are held.
Ride the BT—For Free!
Ride the BT—For Free!
Students can ride the Blacksburg Transit anywhere for free with their Hokie passports.
Transportation Like No Other
Transportation Like No Other
An image of Blacksburg Transit.
Hokie Express
Hokie Express
The Hokie Express is a fare-free line on the Blacksburg Transit that runs around the Drillfield on weekdays, through downtown Blacksburg on weekends, and through the Oak Lane Community which consists of sorority houses and some of the fraternity houses.
The Drillfield
The Drillfield
The Drillfield's name comes from its historical use to run military drills.
Burruss Hall
Burruss Hall
When taking a tour of campus, stop at Burruss Hall to check in.
Burruss Hall
Burruss Hall
A sign introducing visitors to Burruss Hall.
Remembering the 32
Remembering the 32
Visitors come from all over the globe to pay their respects to the 32 students and faculty members who were killed on April 16, 2007.
Blacksburg Transit
Blacksburg Transit
Here's an image of a Blacksburg Transit bus as it travels around campus.
Dancing Boxes
Dancing Boxes
Because of the high foot-traffic exhibited by students, the use of the Drillfield is often employed to promote various organizations, programs, and opportunities to get involved on campus.
Rush Delta Sigma Phi
Rush Delta Sigma Phi
Fraternities often promote their names all over campus to encourage students to rush their organizations.
Hokie Spirit on the Drillfield
Hokie Spirit on the Drillfield
Students often sport Virginia Tech gear and clothing.
War Memorial Chapel
War Memorial Chapel
The exterior of War Memorial Chapel, located on one end of the Drillfield, is a beautiful place to relax and take in the beauty of the campus.
A Scenic Overlook
A Scenic Overlook
The top of War Memorial Chapel can be accessed from Drillfield Drive and hosts the "eight pylons," as well as a space for students to hang out, complete work, or relax.
War Memorial Chapel
War Memorial Chapel
Another view of War Memorial Chapel.
War Memorial Chapel
War Memorial Chapel
The chapel was created as a tribute to the fallen sons of Virginia Tech, as well as a symbol of the ethical standards that are traditional at Virginia Tech. It also accommodates weddings, memorial services, concerts, and religious services.
Torgerson Bridge
Torgerson Bridge
Hokie stone adorns the Torgerson Bridge, where many students go to study.
Torgerson Bridge
Torgerson Bridge
Another view of Torgerson Bridge.
Hokie Spirit Takes Over Campus
Hokie Spirit Takes Over Campus
School spirit can even be found in the shrubberies here at Virginia Tech.
The Pylons
The Pylons
The pylons lie on War Memorial Chapel and represent the eight ideals represented by Virginia Tech: brotherhood, duty, honor, leadership, service, loyalty, sacrifice, and Ut Prosim, or "That I May Serve."
Studying Outside
Studying Outside
Students often find it comforting to study outside on campus, taking advantage of the beautiful and peaceful views.
Walking
Walking
Students walking to class on a sunny day.
Newman Library
Newman Library
This library was named after Carol Montgomery Newman, who was a professor from 1903 to 1941, dean of the academic department from 1915 to 1920, and chairman of the English department from 1916 to 1941.
Studying in Torgerson Bridge
Studying in Torgerson Bridge
Torgerson Bridge provides a quiet place for students to study.
Finals! Eeek!
Finals! Eeek!
Students take studying very seriously here at Virginia Tech. Here, a student crams for a final exam at Torgerson Bridge.
Newman Library
Newman Library
An inside look at the Newman Library.
Hit The Books!
Hit The Books!
Newman Library holds a multitude of books. You are sure to find any resource you need here.
Newman Library
Newman Library
Another inside look at the Newman Library.
Hokie Express
Hokie Express
The Hokie Express is Virginia Tech transit.
Newman Library
Newman Library
An outside look at the Newman Library.
Campus Bookstore
Campus Bookstore
Need textbooks? School supplies? Hokie gear? Stop by the bookstore on campus, where you can find anything you need.
Smash A Car...Smash Your...
Smash A Car...Smash Your Stress!
In the midst of finals week, many organizations, including Greek organizations, offer opportunities to relieve the stress that many students feel. Here, the Alpha Delta Pi sorority and Kappa Alpha fraternity advertise "Car Smash," where students have the opportunity to smash a car and relieve stress.
Student Safety First
Student Safety First
Much of the roadways on campus offer the requirement that vehicles yield to students crossing the streets on the way to classes.
Fashion Trends
Fashion Trends
While the majority of students on campus opt for donning sweats and T-shirts, a select few students choose to go all out when dressing to go to class.
Parties Get A Bit Out Of...
Parties Get A Bit Out Of Control
Nightlife is a blast for students who love to have a good time.
Virginia Tech Competitive...
Virginia Tech Competitive Cheerleading
If you're looking to be a part of an athletic team, whether it be football, rugby, or competitive cheerleading, you can always find somewhere you belong.
Freshman Fifteen
Freshman Fifteen
It's not a myth. With the number one campus food in the nation, Virginia Tech offers plenty of delicious ways to pack on the pounds during your first year of college.
Virginia Tech Competitive...
Virginia Tech Competitive Cheerleading
The team after a competition.