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
June 1-2
Those attending the meeting in person will need to present a Virginia Tech Hokie Passport or government-issued photo ID and all bags will be searched. Please allow extra time to accommodate these measures. Signs, banners, or any other activity that would obstruct the view of others are prohibited.
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
Board of Visitors to meet June 1-2 in Blacksburg
5/21/2026
During the two-day meeting, board members will consider a resolution for a capital construction project to build two new residence halls and a resolution to affiliate with a new university-related corporation in support of intercollegiate athletics.
Read Moreabout Board of VisitorsNew student representatives named to Board of Visitors
5/21/2026
Robert Waugh is the undergraduate student representative and Helen Phillips is the graduate/professional student representative for the next academic year. Their one-year terms begin July 1 .
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Ms. Kim O'Rourke
Secretary of the Board of Visitors
