Alumni Association

This speaker series is brought to you by the Virginia Tech Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Associates every semester. The purpose of this series is to prepare you for obstacles you may encounter after graduating from college or during your career.


Tips from VT Alumni on How to Build a Successful Career

Holtzman Alumni Center Assembly Hall
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 from 3 – 4:30pm

Students will have the opportunity to learn how our industry experts got started in their fields and what they attribute to their success.  A panel discussion will be followed by questions and answers.  Parking is available at the Holtzman Alumni Center (must have valid VT parking tag).


VT Alumni Panel:

  • Doug Juanarena, Vice President, Rackspace – College of Engineering
  • Delton Alderman, Research Forest Products Technologist, USDA Forest Service – Natural Resources and Environment
  • Benjamin B. Grove, Associate Director of Development, Virginia Tech – College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
  • Betsy Hagan, VCU School of Dentistry - College of Science – College of Business

 


Effective Time Management

Holtzman Alumni Center Assembly Hall
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 | 4 - 5 PM

Guest Speaker: Dana McGuire, Center for Academic Enrichment and Excellence

Time management is an ongoing challenge for many students and young professionals. If you feel like time is controlling you, attend this seminar to learn how to use your time more effectively. Bring your daily planner and let us help you get organized.


  • Top Ten Financial Tips to Know After Graduation - February 2011

    Guest Speaker: Alex White, Agriculture and Applied Economics instructor

  • Information from the February 2010 speaker series:
    YOUR FIRST REAL JOB: Graduates Entering the Workforce

  • - Click here for details

  • Presentation slides from the November 2009 speaker series:
    "Why Personal Financial Planning Makes Sense: Manage - Educate - Invest"

- Lesson One
- Lesson Two
- Lesson Three

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact
Gwen Harrington at gwenh@vt.edu or 540/231-6285.