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Introducing the Class of 2026 HokieBirds 👏🦃

That’s our Hokie Bird! Way to go Coleman!

Class of 2026, you did it.  As you head out of Cassell Coliseum today, remember the role you’ve claimed here. We can’t wait to see your impact on the world of architecture, the arts, and design. Welcome to the alumni family! 🦃

And they're in! The energy in Cassell is incredible as our #VT26 graduates take the floor It's been a journey of late nights in the studio and years of hard work. Today, it all pays off🧡✨

The floor is ready...We’re at Cassell Coliseum this morning getting set to celebrate the AAD Class of #VT26! Check back here for updates as we honor our newest graduates from the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design🎓

Andrew Gipe-Lazarou is advancing accessible design in the School of Architecture through an AI-driven design seminar and the Blind Design Workshop, training students to design spaces that can be navigated by a broader range of users. Read more: go.vt.edu/unnXc

School of Visual Arts alumna Sara Cusumano ’15 will return to Virginia Tech as the AAD commencement speaker. An award-winning art director at Frito-Lay, she’ll share insights on creativity and career growth. Read her Q&A: go.vt.edu/um3ta

What if we designed with water — not against it? This fall, landscape architecture students partnered with coastal communities in Virginia Beach and Hampton to create flood-resilient, community-centered spaces. Read more: go.vt.edu/umlwx

Together, we’re moving boldly into what’s next – and it’s all thanks to YOU! Thank you for being part of the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design and leading the way this #VTGivingDay!

The Marching Virginians are running onto the field — and we’re racing toward the noon #VTGivingDay deadline. There’s still time to support the @SpiritOfTech or what matters most to you in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design. Give before noon: give.vt.edu/supportaad

It’s Day 2 of #VTGivingDay — final hours. Dean Liu is dancing toward the finish line at the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, celebrating the creativity that defines our community. Giving Day ends at noon. Every gift counts. Give now: give.vt.edu/supportaad

Creativity matters — and #VTGivingDay has begun. From noon today to noon tomorrow, support the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design and the hands-on learning that defines our community. Every $5+ gift counts. Give today: give.vt.edu/supportaad

Two days until #VTGivingDay. During Feb. 18-19, noon to noon, jump in and support what's closest to your heart in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design. Learn more at give.vt.edu/supportaad

Want to know what it’s really like to be a part of The Marching Virginians? Go behind the scenes for an all-access look at game day, from warm-ups and rehearsals to donning uniforms and marching to Lane Stadium: youtube.com/watch?v=4A1KNm…

Almost every day, this college dean takes the time to walk through studios, classrooms, and common spaces to meet #VirginiaTech students where they are. 🧡

New desks, fresh ideas.✨ #Hokies are moving in and ready to design, sketch, and build big things this year!

From scaling peaks to strolling through your local park, any way you #HokieHike matters! Register today and join us on the trail, from wherever you are. alumni.vt.edu/hike 🥾

Meet Steve and Tom: two @vt_alumni who have contributed to the design and construction of hundreds of golf courses from Ireland to Morocco and the United States. ⛳️ brnw.ch/21wV44j

(Hokie)Bird's-eye view 🦃👀​ Check out accessible routes and navigation tips to utilize around @virginia_tech's North Academic District this fall semester! 🫡

Shoutout and congratulations to all the students who participated in our School of Design summer studio! For twelve weeks spanning both summer sessions, students engaged in daily studio classes and collaborated across disciplines.👏