HQ Function

Serves as the primary academic, research, administrative, residential, and student life hub for the university, supporting a comprehensive range of educational and operational activities.

Notable Features:

The iconic Drillfield at the heart of campus, extensive Hokie Stone architecture (a signature grey limestone), Burruss Hall (administration), Newman Library, Moss Arts Center, Lane Stadium, and numerous advanced research facilities.

Work Culture:

Academic, collaborative, research-intensive, innovative, strong sense of community ("Hokie Nation"), student-focused, and driven by the "Ut Prosim" (That I May Serve) motto, emphasizing hands-on learning and societal impact.

HQ Significance:

As the primary campus of a leading land-grant institution, it's a major center for comprehensive education, cutting-edge research, and significant economic and community development for Virginia and the nation. It consistently ranks among top public universities and research institutions.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect values such as commitment to service ("Ut Prosim"), innovation, discovery, community, inclusion, sustainability, and academic excellence.

Location:

Virginia Tech maintains a significant global presence through extensive study abroad programs spanning all continents, robust international research collaborations with universities and organizations worldwide, and a dedicated campus in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland (The Steger Center for International Scholarship). The university actively supports global research initiatives addressing critical issues such as sustainable development, public health, food security, and engineering challenges. A vast and active global alumni network further extends Virginia Tech's international reach and impact.

Street Address:

800 Drillfield Dr (Burruss Hall)

City:

Blacksburg

State/Province:

Virginia

Country:

USA