Timothy D Sands

Virginia Tech's President

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Virginia Tech has received its largest commitment ever. 🙌

The unprecedented, $75 million in support will advance the university’s ambitious athletics strategy and expand one of its most innovative academic programs.

🔗: https://t.co/CPJr1V85SI

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On #MemorialDay, and each day, we reflect upon those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. 🧡

Take time to visit the Pylons & the Cenotaph in War Memorial Court, etched with the names of every #VirginiaTech student and graduate who died defending our nation’s freedom.

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The U.S. Department of Energy has selected #VirginiaTech and the Southeastern Universities Research Association to manage one of the nation’s leading nuclear physics research laboratories. 👏

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/vdG9SWH4xu

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Warren Dixon, an internationally recognized leader in robotics and autonomous technologies, has been named the next dean of the Virginia Tech College of Engineering. 👏

🔗: https://t.co/CERXZADyj1

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This is Hokie Nation in action, coming together for 32. 🧡

More than 16,500 Hokies participated in this year’s #VT32Run to honor those who were killed on April 16, 2007. #VTWeRemember

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Today, we’re remembering and honoring the lives of the 32 Hokies who were tragically taken from their loved ones and the Virginia Tech community on April 16, 2007.

On this 2026 Day of Remembrance, we honor the potential they carried and the lasting impact they have. 🧡

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Virginia Tech’s impact is reaching new heights. 👏

Highlighted during yesterday's State of the University, #VirginiaTech generated $4.7 billion in statewide economic impact in fiscal year 2025, according to a new report.

🔗: https://t.co/Vm1MU2ywCh

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Virginia Tech alumni Jim and Augustine Smith have made the largest scholarship gift in their university’s history, endowing $20 million for in-state scholarships to #VirginiaTech's medical school, helping aspiring doctors overcome cost barriers.

🔗: https://t.co/CaJQiZvWWt

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opening week statement‼️

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Virginia’s future talent depends on today’s investment.

We’re proud to release the Virginia Higher Education Impact Agenda – a roadmap to keep Virginia the Top State for Talent by advancing focused funding priorities for higher ed.

📘 Read it now: https://t.co/vZvTKubVVe

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153 years ago, Addison Caldwell walked 26 miles to enroll as the first student at what is now #VirginiaTech. Since then, we've not only helped plan for a secure future, we’ve shaped it. 🧡

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#VirginiaTech has dedicated a new flag plaza to 1st Lt. Timothy Price ’01, standing as a lasting tribute to his legacy & our motto, #UtProsim.🧡

Price was commissioned as a military police officer and deployed to Iraq, where he was killed in action on Sept. 7, 2004.

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Meet the #VirginiaTech Class of 2029 🦃🔥

#VT29

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Read a message from President Tim Sands as we welcome back #Hokies to our campuses in Blacksburg, Roanoke, Alexandria, and other locations across the commonwealth. ⬇️ https://t.co/C0irQHtJW6

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The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce recognized the #VirginiaTech D.C. area launch team as its 2025 Business Leader of the Year, a distinction that celebrates the university’s impact on education, innovation, and regional growth. 🎉🦃
https://t.co/B3LhtAVd1Y

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The five-year average for new gifts & commitments reached a new high, thanks to the generosity of #Hokies. 🧡

“Giving to higher education is a powerful statement of belief in the future, & I can’t wait to see what the coming years hold for Virginia Tech.”
https://t.co/NwDiDcZqlw

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What if your next regional flight could lift off from a local parking lot or grassy area the size of a soccer field then land closer to your destination than ever before? ✈️

That forward-looking vision was recently on display in Blacksburg. ⬇️
https://t.co/KJ1PeyQs2c

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On July 2, 1862, the #MorrillAct sparked a new era for higher education in America. By opening doors of opportunity to millions, it set the stage for a vibrant public university system that endures today, on the 163rd anniversary of its signing.

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#VirginiaTech has been awarded a $4.5 million grant from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia to strengthen pathways to higher education for students across the commonwealth.

Learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/XNnRbvJdlw

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Nikki Giovanni was a renowned poet, beloved professor, and cherished friend. 🧡

On Sunday, one day after what would’ve been her 82nd birthday, hundreds gathered at #VirginiaTech to celebrate her life and legacy through music, poetry, and dance.