Central Savannah River Chapter
Our mission is connect Hokies in the Augusta, Aiken, Evans, Martinez, and Hephzibah areas. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area.
About
Follow us
- Chapter Liason: Logan Ross
loganr3@vt.edu - Chapter Volunteer: Robyn Sharpe Williams
rlsharpe@vt.edu
Support
Our chapter raises money to support student scholarships for area Hokies. Please make a gift to support a new generation of Hokies and encourage incoming students you know to apply for our scholarships.
Volunteer
We depend on local volunteers to keep our chapter active. There are volunteer opportunities for all Hokies with varying time commitments. Please join us!
News and Events
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Virginia Tech 13th among U.S. public schools in new ranking , articleOverall, Virginia Tech landed at No. 35 among all 500 universities included in the 2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranking of U.S. colleges released Oct. 2. The rankings focus on two key metrics: how much a school improves students’ chances of graduating and their future earnings and the overall student experience.
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Alum Emma Lulis shifts her game plan, moving from neuroscience to the NBA , articleLulis took a leap of faith to follow her passion in photography, setting aside her plans to go to medial school to become a social media content curator. She currently is the social media coordinator for the Detroit Pistons.
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Capt. Chris Brown named Wake Forest Hokie Hero , articleBrown is deployed as an F-16 pilot to the Middle East in support of U.S. operational areas that include Iraq, Syria, and the Red Sea.
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Kristin Eden , articleMeet Kristin Eden '06, DVM '10, PhD '18, anatomic pathologist at the veterinary college and associate professor at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Passionate about education and mentorship, she brings a collaborative, compassionate approach to teaching both veterinary and medical students. Whether in the lab or the classroom, she blends curiosity, honesty, and a love for learning, plus a little ice hockey on the side.
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Baseball alumnus finds managing a hit , articleFormer baseball standout Chad Pinder thought about becoming an agent after retiring from Major League Baseball. He once gave graduate school a try. But a chance meeting with a Chicago White Sox executive led to him spending the summer as a minor league baseball manager, providing him with a great experience in a sport that he loves.
Upcoming local events
- Oct. 18: Hokie Hike
- Multiple Dates: Game Watch Parties
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Football Watch PartiesWatch the Hokies with Hokies. Check out our listing of watch parties across the country.
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Hokie Hike 2025 , homeJoining our annual Hokie Hike is fun and easy! Sign up, hike anywhere between Oct. 1 and Nov. 17, and share your journey using #HokieHike.
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Young Alumni Homecoming Happy HourKick off Homecoming Weekend 2025 with fellow Hokies at the Young Alumni Happy Hour on Friday, Oct. 3 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Hokie House!
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Homecoming Tailgate and Parade Watch PartyCelebrate Homecoming with your choice of two exciting programs on Oct. 3 and 4!
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Healthspan: Living Better, Not Just LongerJoin Cornerstone Alumni and Carlin Rafie on Oct. 9 for a discussion on the importance of proper nutrition as we age.
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Richmond Young Alumni Pickleball Happy HourEnjoy a midweek break at Padel Plant for the next happy hour with Richmond young alumni! Join us for appetizers, drinks, and padel or pickleball play on Thursday, Oct. 9.
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Reboot and Reconnect: CS and ECE Alumni Social , redirectJoin the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Computer Science on Thursday, Oct. 9 for a joint alumni social at the new Virginia Tech Academic Building One in Alexandria!
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Cornerstone CrewCornerstone Crew is a monthly, casual, "no-host" gathering of Virginia Tech's most passionate and respected alumni in Blacksburg! It's a time to get together for fellowship at a local establishment, reminisce about the old days, and make plans for future Hokie events.
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Computer Science Alumni Social: Raleigh , redirectJoin us on Tuesday, Oct. 21 for a relaxed happy hour where you can reconnect with fellow Hokies, swap stories, and enjoy some local flavor. You’ll also have the chance to meet the new head of the Department of Computer Science, Christine Julien, and hear what's new in CS@VT.
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Cornerstone Campus ConnectionsJoin us for a virtual conversation between Cornerstone Alumni and Student Alumni Associates on Wednesday, Oct. 22! This is an opportunity to connect with the new generation of Hokies, provide mentorship, reengage with Virginia Tech, and learn about upcoming alumni events.
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Cornerstone Alumni Workshop: Long-Term Care OptionsLearn about options for long-term care in a workshop hosted by Cornerstone Alumni on Oct. 23
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Exploring the Unique Appalachian ForestJoin John Seiler, professor and tree physiology specialist, on Monday, Oct. 27 as he discusses the unique Appalachian forest, one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth with woodlands spanning over 2,000 miles.
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Charlotte Young Alumni Happy HourJoin fellow Charlotte young alumni for a midweek happy hour on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at VINYL.
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Aging in Community WorkshopCarlisle Shealy, assistant director of Virginia Tech's Center for Gerontology, will lead a workshop and community discussion for the Northern Virginia and greater Washington, D.C. areas on Thursday, Oct. 30. She will explore personal reflection, intentional planning, and the development of action plans to address successfully aging in place.
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Virtual Travel SeriesJoin us to explore new countries and cultures through a virtual and interactive travel series!
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Tech on Tap: The Road to Artificial General IntelligenceJoin Walid Saad, professor of electrical and computer engineering, on Thursday, Nov. 6 to explore the cutting edge of semantic communication and see how breakthroughs are shaping a smarter, more connected world.
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Triangle Young Alumni Happy HourJoin fellow Triangle young alumni on Thursday, Nov. 13 for a happy hour in Raleigh! Enjoy tasty drinks, good company, and a relaxed evening of networking and fun.
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Cornerstone Chat: Changes Coming to Medicare in 2026Join Cornerstone Alumni and Shannon Abell '76, community ambassador with AARP Virginia, on Nov. 18 for an in-depth look at what's coming for Medicare beneficiaries in 2026.
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Drinking Water Challenges in the Appalachian CoalfieldsJoin Leigh Anne Krometis, associate professor of biological systems engineering, on Wednesday, Nov. 19 as she examines the challenges facing citizens in the coal seams of Appalachia when it comes to obtaining clean, safe drinking water.
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Virginia Tech Night at the Washington CapitalsJoin Hokies at Capital One Arena on Thursday, Dec. 18 to see the Washington Capitals take on the Toronto Maple Leafs!
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Alumni Weekend 2026 , homeAlumni Weekend is June 4-7, 2026. Join us for this exciting tradition alumni look forward to all year long. Return to Blacksburg to explore campus, have fun, and learn.