About

Mission and Purpose

The Virginia Tech Black Alumni Society strives to provide an organized network for Black alumni and students for social activities, professional development, networking, mentoring, and advocacy.

Our Vision

We seek to celebrate and share the accomplishments of Virginia Tech's Black alumni. Our stories matter.

History

The creation of the Black Alumni Society began around 2002 with a small group of dedicated alumni. Since then, there have been a number of conversations, committees, updates, and efforts to activate the society. Even with the best of efforts and intentions, the work never resulted in an active and lasting society. 

At the 2019 Black Alumni Summit the dream was renewed and Deseria Creighton-Barney, past president of the Virginia Tech Alumni Board of Directors, vowed this time would be different. A small enthusiastic and committed group of alumni agreed to again review the old documents, update them, and present them for review by the Black Hokie community. ​

On June 28, 2021 after two years of planning, the Black Alumni Society Steering Committee delivered the framework, timeline, and structure for a formalized Black Alumni Society. 

​A virtual election took place during the summer of 2021 and officers were installed at the virtual Black Alumni Summit in August 2021.

​A special thank you to the late Brian Roberts who was dedicated to the creation of and built the initial framework for the society.