Board of Visitors
The Board of Visitors is the governing authority for Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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About the Board
About the Board
The Board is composed of 14 members, 13 of whom are appointed by the Governor. The 14th member is the President of the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services, who serves ex officio. In addition, there are five non-voting representatives to the board, representing A/P faculty, faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Apr 13-14
2026
Jun 1-2
2026
Aug 24-26
2026
Nov 9-10
2026
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please email vppg@vt.edu or call (540) 231-6232 prior to the event.
Latest News
Faculty members honored with emeritus title
1/8/2026
The Board of Visitors recently awarded the emeritus title to 18 faculty members in recognition of exemplary service to the university.
Read Moreabout Board of VisitorsSustainability initiatives yield educational and economic returns
11/18/2025
The university continues to promote environmental responsibility, earning national recognition and implementing wide-reaching sustainability efforts across academics, student life, infrastructure, and operations.
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Ms. Kim O'Rourke
Secretary of the Board of Visitors
