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This course is being preserved so that new students from Spring 2023 can easily locate information that they have seen before. But keep in mind that the university is constantly working to improve student services, so some information may be out of date.

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Virginia Tech Resources

Group and Personal Support Services

Cook Counseling Center

Counseling is available to all students through Virginia Tech’s Cook Counseling Center. Appointments will be offered in person or via telehealth.

OMBUDS

The Graduate School Ombuds is a confidential, informal, impartial, and independent resource for those engaged in graduate and professional education that may be experiencing a stressful situation, anticipating a challenging conversation, or recognizing a conflict that is distracting them from the work that brought them here to Virginia Tech.

Equity

The Office for Equity and Accessibility promotes a learning and working environment free from harassment and discrimination for employees and students. We strengthen the university’s core institutional values of equitable practices through civility, compliance, and education while mitigating risks.

Dean of Students

The Dean of Students is best positioned to support students when there are problems outside the classroom that could affect academic performance.

Contact Phillip Hernandez de Wright

Phone: (540) 231-3787

Email: phernandez@vt.edu

If Phillip is not available, email dean.students@vt.edu.

Resources for Student Populations

Immigration and International Student Services

Cranwell International Center provides a wide range of programs and services for international students, promotes the development of global and intercultural competence in all students, and positions the university as more globally oriented and internationally connected.

IntlHokies is an abbreviation for International Hokies, Virginia Tech’s online immigration services portal for international students. Through IntlHokies, you are able to access a wide range of immigration resources and services.

Cranwell International Center also provides specific orientation activities for new international students.

Office of Veteran Services

The Office of Veteran Services works with Virginia Tech’s Bursar’s Office, Registrar’s Office, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Services to receive and process all documentation related to veteran and military student educational benefits.

For more information, please review our Veteran Services page.

Email veteran@vt.edu

Call 540-231-5815

Services for Students with Disabilities

Virginia Tech provides assistance with arranging appropriate services and accommodations for students with disabilities.

Have questions or need to set an appointment?

Email ssd@vt.edu

Call 540-231-3788

Other Useful Resources

Career and Professional Development

Career and Professional Development offers the following career-related resources and guidance.

Get customized career coaching and advising services including:

Career exploration and/or transition
Resume/CV & cover letter reviews
Networking strategies
LinkedIn profile and professional branding
Job search planning
Interview strategy & practice interviews
Salary negotiation techniques

Hokie Passports

New and replacement Hokie Passports are issued out of the Northern Virginia Center Resource Center Library. Students must be currently enrolled to be issued an ID. Drop by or schedule an appointment to get yours.

Additional Questions?

Email nvclibrary@vt.edu

Call 703-538-8340

Hokie Wellness

Hokie Wellness strives to educate and empower every Hokie to take an active and engaging day-to-day approach to their wellness in order to enjoy a long, healthful, and purposeful life.

Access a number of on-demand virtual workshops, connection sessions, and other wellness resources.

Housing

Virginia Tech has an off-campus housing search that allows students to search in the DC area based on their campus location and other search criteria. This includes a roommate finder for students looking to share housing with others.

IT Help

Assistance is available with account access and to help to troubleshoot technology and software issues.

Contact Us for help:

Email 4help@vt.edu

Call 540-231-4357

Student Medical Insurance

Virginia Tech assists students with enrolling in Virginia Tech's Student Health Insurance Plan. They also help students clarify the often confusing language of insurance, navigate local providers, and submit claims

Additional Questions?

Email smi@vt.edu

For these and all other resources visit the DC Hokie One Stop website

Report a concern or incident of bias

Virginia Tech is committed to providing an environment of work, study, and leisure/recreation for students, faculty, and staff that is free from all forms of harassment, intimidation, fear, coercion, and exploitation. Harassment may be directed at individuals because of age, color, disability, gender (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Any such behavior is reprehensible and subverts the mission of the university. It can threaten the careers, educational experience, and well-being of all members of the community.

Student Affairs is committed to creating and sustaining a community where every student can thrive. If you’ve had an experience that has negatively impacted your opportunity to do that, let us know. Students can report experiences of bias, harassment, and discrimination, as well as file a complaint, ask for advice, express a concern, or simply tell someone.

In an EMERGENCY situation, please call 911