Staying connected to Hokie Nation
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Together we are navigating unprecedented times.
As members of the Hokie Nation, we want you to know how Virginia Tech is responding to COVID-19, how you can stay connected when we must be physically apart, and how to help fellow Hokies.
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Supporting Hokies
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The Student Emergency Fund helps students overcome obstacles and stay on track to graduation. It provides crucial support for essentials like rent, groceries, and utilities.
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The Virginia Tech COVID-19 Rapid Response Seed Fund provides initial funding to faculty, staff, and students using their expertise to investigate problems related to the pandemic.