Minnesota Chapter
Our mission is connect Hokies in the Minneapolis area. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area.
About
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- Chapter Liason: Jennifer Quam-Howell
jquam@vt.edu - Chapter Volunteer: Kristen Podbelski minnesotahokies@gmail.com.
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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How this English graduate became a leader in nursing accreditation , articleListening deeply, something she learned from years of interpreting literature, helps Jennifer Butlin '92 unify educators, policymakers, and practitioners around shared interests and goals as the executive director of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Lauren Tucker , articleMeet Lauren Tucker '25, a public health student from Ellicott City, Maryland, who received her B.S. in public health last spring and is now seeking an accelerated MPH degree. Laura values being part of a diverse community of professionals from various fields at VMCVM and has a passion for the health and well-being of communities and those around her. She loves watching movies and her family's 15-year-old dog Cooper. Lauren gets motivated by listening to "Eye of the Tiger" and taught competitive dance for many years.
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Charlie Phlegar honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 10 years, Phlegar ’79, M.A. ’87 led the Advancement Division to national and global recognition for excellence in fundraising, alumni engagement, marketing, and communications.
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A powerful, interdisciplinary lens to view problems , articleFueled by the support of alumnus David H. Kellogg ’82, who recently made a $16 million gift commitment to endow the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, Virginia Tech has become a national leader in the field, with sizable growth in the number of students who have majored or minored in what is widely known as PPE.
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Video ItemFall 2025 commencement ceremonies , video
Nearly 3,200 Hokies were honored for completing their academic degrees.
Upcoming local events
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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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Basketball Watch PartiesIf you can't be in Cassell Coliseum, the next best thing is to watch the Hokies with Hokies! Check out our listing of watch parties.
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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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COS Last First Day of College , redirectJoin us on Tuesday, Jan. 20 as we celebrate your last first day of college! This tradition honors seniors as they begin their final semester at Virginia Tech. Enjoy food, beverages, photos ops, and plenty of Hokie Spirit.
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Alumni Reception with Maj. Gen. SeelyJoin us on Thursday, Jan. 22 for a casual reception hosted by Cornerstone Alumni. This is an opportunity to meet the 37th commandant of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Maj. Gen. William H. Seely.
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Virginia Tech Night with the Carolina HurricanesIt's time to represent Hokie Nation and cheer on the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday, Jan. 22 as they take on the Chicago Blackhawks.
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Reboot and Reconnect: CS and ECE Alumni Social , redirectJoin the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and the Department of Computer Science (CS) for a joint alumni social in the New River Valley on Thursday, Jan. 22!
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Financial Planning Through Life StagesJoin Christina Todd ’09, CFP, CDFA, director and financial advisor at Cary Street Partners in Richmond, on Friday, Jan. 23 as she shares strategies for planning and thriving at every life stage.
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Giving Day Alumni EventsMeet up with your local alumni chapter to help raise funds for student scholarships in your area.
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Richmond Computer Science Alumni Social , redirectJoin us for happy hour on Tuesday, Feb. 3 to reconnect with fellow Hokies, swap stories, and enjoy Richmond’s vibrant local scene. You’ll have the chance to meet Christine Julien, head of the Department of Computer Science, and hear what’s new and exciting in CS@VT.
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Tech on Tap: The Nikki Giovanni Immersive ExperienceJoin us on Friday, Feb. 6 at the Torpedo Factory Art Center for an exhibition opening reception of The Nikki Giovanni Immersive Experience.
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San Francisco Basketball Game WatchJoin us at Dutch Goose on Wednesday, Feb. 11 before the in-person women's matchups to watch the men’s basketball team during their showdown against Clemson. There will be special guests from Virginia Tech Athletics.
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Industrial and Systems Engineering D.C. Happy Hour , redirectJoin the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering on Thursday, Feb. 12 for a happy hour with local D.C. alumni and friends.
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COS Game on for Giving , redirectJoin the College of Science on Wednesday, Feb. 18 for a fun, student-centered celebration of Virginia Tech Giving Day at 540 Social! Every gift, big or small, fuels scholarships, research, hands-on learning, and innovation across the college.
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Young Alumni Evening at the Washington WizardsJoin us for this year's D.C. young alumni Giving Day celebration on Thursday, Feb. 19 at Capital One Arena and watch the Washington Wizards take on the Indiana Pacers!
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Cornerstone Book DiscussionJoin Cornerstone Alumni for a book discussion on "Conquering the Cost of Nursing Home Care: A How to Guide" led by Mark Tubbs ’75 on Thursday, Feb. 26.
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Women's Basketball Watch PartyJoin Cornerstone Alumni on Sunday, March 1 to cheer on the Virginia Tech Hokies as they take on the University of Virginia Cavaliers in the Commonwealth Clash. This event is open to all.
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Shaping the Future: A Campus Development PreviewJoin us on March 4 or 5 for a happy hour with fellow Hokies! Attendees will enjoy great conversation and a special campus-focused presentation.
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Cornerstone Chat: Cryptocurrency and Investment ScamsJoin Carmen Clifford, training and outreach coordinator with the Virginia State Corporation Commission, on Tuesday, March 10 for an in-depth discussion on investment scams.
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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.