About

Cornerstone Alumni are Virginia Tech’s most engaged and passionate alumni who have served as the foothold of the university for more than 50 years.

The group is comprised of alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago. They represent the foundation of our university and its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) and their legacy will be felt for years to come.

Previously known as the Old Guard Society of Golden Alumni, the group of storied alumni was renamed to better reflect its purpose and importance. Members of Virginia Tech’s Corps of Cadets who graduated 50 or more years ago are still referred to as the university’s Old Guard in honor of their service and are recognized at the Corps' Reunion.

As Hokies celebrate their 50th reunion, they are welcomed as Cornerstone Alumni and are invited back for a reunion each summer and other exclusive events during the year. 

Cornerstone Alumni is a year-round community that keeps you connect to Virginia Tech through programming, events, and a network of fellow Hokies, designed with your generation in mind. There are no additional steps required. As a graduate from fifty or more years ago, you are a member.

As a member of Cornerstone Alumni you receive these benefits:

• Programming built for you.
• Recognition and benefits.
• Digital library and communities.
• Travel program that includes in person and virtual experiences.
• Gathering spaces and/or programs at annual reunions, including Alumni Weekend and Homecoming. 
• Access to alumni programming nationwide.
• Volunteer opportunities.

Once a Hokie, always a Hokie. We are glad to have you as a cornerstone of this community.