October Hokie News
Get Your Hokie Facts Here!
In case you haven't done so already, we thought this might be a good opportunity to help you learn more about the university and its traditions.
Virginia Tech was founded in 1872 as a land-grant college. Since then, some things have changed, but the rich spirit and culture of the campus have stood the test of time. Today, Virginia Tech is a comprehensive, innovative research university with the largest number of degree offerings in the state of Virginia.
As a new student you may ask yourself:
- Exactly what is a Hokie?
- What does Ut Prosim mean?
- How did you come up with maroon and orange?
- What is this infamous Hokie Stone?



