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Eric Munro '21 on post

Munro ’21 Named Gates Cambridge Scholar

February 10, 2022

Eric Munro ’21 is one of only 23 U.S. candidates selected as a Gates Cambridge Scholar 2022 to pursue graduate study at the University of Cambridge, where Munro will pursue a Ph.D. in engineering and research the development of next generation miniaturized spectrometers using novel nano materials.

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VMI Statement on The Cadet Newspaper

February 3, 2022

VMI issues statement regarding "The Cadet" newspaper, which is in no way affiliated with or authorized by the Virginia Military Institute, the Corps of Cadets, or the VMI Alumni Agencies.

Drone aerial photo of Scott Shipp Hall after renovation

Scott Shipp Hall Renovations Celebrated

January 31, 2022

The Scott Shipp Hall ribbon cutting on Saturday, Jan. 29, in collaboration with the Board of Visitors meetings, celebrated a five-year planning, design, and construction effort totaling $43 million.

Honoring Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III '62

January 29, 2022

The Virginia Military Institute and the VMI Alumni Agencies have formed a planning committee to finalize plans to honor and recognize Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III’s long tenure as VMI superintendent.

Cadet Credits VMI Training for Quick Response in an Emergency

January 17, 2022

Excited to see family and loved ones over furlough and take a break from classes, Adam Gild '24 never expected to find himself in the middle of a life-or-death first aid situation on the side of a highway. Gild credits his VMI training for developing the mental fortitude to respond to a man in need.

Kasey Meredith ’22, regimental commander leads VMI cadets in inaugural parade for Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Virginia’s 74th governor.

Cadets March in Inaugural Parade

January 15, 2022

The VMI Corps of Cadets proudly participated in the inaugural ceremony of Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Virginia’s 74th governor, which is a tradition at VMI for nearly every class.

John Wang ‘22

Family Inspiration Leads to Law School Aspirations

January 12, 2022

John Wang '22 is a psychology major who grew up in Taiwan and California. After graduation, he hopes to go to law school like his uncle, John Kao '91. On post, Wang currently serves as an assistant investigator for the OGA.

Cadets throw their gloves in celebration of their commencement.—VMI Photo by H. Lockwood McLaughlin

VMI Celebrates December Graduates

December 21, 2021

Just shy of 40 cadets crossed the stage in Memorial Hall during the commencement ceremony on Dec. 21. This semester’s graduates and their guests heard from Lara Tyler Chambers ’03, vice president of the VMI Board of Visitors.

Allie Sassaman '22 and Kasey Meredith, VMI Corps of Cadet's Regimental Commander, pose for photo after being selected for highly competitive Cyberspace Officer Contracts in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Two Naval ROTC Marine Option midshipmen selected for Cyberspace Officer contracts in the Marine Corps.

December 20, 2021

Allie Sassaman '22 and Kasey Meredith '22 were selected by the U.S. Marine Corps for two of only five Cyberspace Officer contracts given nationally.

Group for former Keydets and others gather to celebrate 40 years at Cameron Hall.

Cameron Hall Turns 40

December 13, 2021

VMI community and guests celebrate Cameron Hall's 40th year. The first basketball game held in Cameron Hall was on Dec. 5, 1981 against University of Virginia. A 4th Class cadet named Cedric Wins became the first Keydet player to score in Cameron Hall. Now he's the Institute's 15th Superintendent.