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At Virginia Tech, serving others is core to every employee and their role. They don’t just believe in Ut Prosim; they live it. Get to know the changemakers shaping what service means at Virginia Tech.

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Kate Renz

Assistant Director of Employer Relations and Career Services

"I first came to Virginia Tech because it felt like home, and that connection has only grown stronger. Everyone is so willing to help and that kind of support just spreads across the community. We’re all here for the same reason, to serve our students and make sure they succeed. It’s just part of who we are; we all want to see each other do well."

James Newcomer

Academic and Career Advisor College of Engineering

"Ut Prosim is real, it’s not just a tagline, its suffused in everything we do. Everyone finds a way to serve the community here; it’s ingrained in our culture. There’s a real sense of collegiality and freedom, everyone has responsibility, and a lot of freedom in how they do that."

Dreama Price

Assistant to Department Head and Human Resources Coordinator

"You should definitely join, you won’t regret it. There are so many opportunities for growth, and even small actions can make a big difference. That’s what I love most, knowing that what we do matters. You don’t have to know everything right away; there are countless chances to learn, grow, and make an impact as you go."

Andrew Adkins

Assistant Director of Graduate Enrollment Marketing

"From faculty to students, it sounds cliché, but there’s so much embodiment of Ut Prosim here. You find kindness, acknowledgement, and collaboration everywhere. Virginia Tech attracts good people. Intelligent, kind, and passionate individuals who want to make a difference, and you can really feel that sense of community when you walk across campus."

Florence Adamo

Senior Human Resources Policy Analyst and Compliance Specialist

"It’s not just about everyone working together. The motto shows up in everything we do. I don’t know of any other place where, whether you studied here or work here, you truly feel like a Hokie."

Eric Glenn

Director of Organizational Development

"What brought me here was love; what keeps me here is that same love for the university. We don’t just say Ut Prosim, we live it. Everyone is together in the community we have; we’re in it to win it. You’ll feel welcome here, we make sure of it."