San Francisco Chapter
Our mission is connect Hokies in the San Francisco Bay area. Please join us in building a stronger Hokie community in our area.
About
Follow us
- Chapter Liason: Jennifer Quam-Howell
jquam@vt.edu - Chapter Volunteer: Hans "Hokie Hans" Bernhardt
hans@chickentales.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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Designing hope: Architecture alum responds to Maui wildfires , articleArchitecture alum Jordan Rogove is using his design expertise to create dignified modular housing for Maui wildfire survivors, reflecting his belief in architecture as a force for public good.
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Pamplin alumnus charges students with career advice , articleVirginia Tech alumnus and Alpine-X CEO John Emery ‘86 spoke with students about launching a career out of college, emphasizing relationships, teamwork, and adaptability.
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Capt. Jacob Moberly named Georgia Tech Hokie Hero , articleMoberly '19 is deployed to eastern Europe with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 101st Infantry Division.
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Students, alumni and families celebrated Virginia Tech's 2025 Homecoming with festivities across campus.
Upcoming local events
- Sept. 7: Save the Date — Napa Lunch and Wine Tasting
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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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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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Richmond Hokies Game WatchCheer on the Virginia Tech Hokies as we take on the California Golden Bears on Friday, Oct. 24!
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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.