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
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
Nov 9-10
2026
Apr 5-6
2027
Jun 14-15
2027
Aug 30-Sep 1
2027
Nov 8-9
2027
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
Virginia Tech Board of Visitors to consider resolution to appoint the university's 17th president
10/9/2026
The special meeting will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 1 p.m.
Read Moreabout Board of VisitorsPaula Marie Seniors awarded the Gloria D. Smith Memorial Professorship in Africana Studies
9/28/2026
The professorship is awarded to an outstanding faculty member who contributes significantly to the development of minority students, student-athletes, and scholarly pursuits.
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Ms. Kim O'Rourke
Secretary of the Board of Visitors