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June 25: The Pamplin Pulse

From the Desk of Dean Sarker

May was a whirlwind of activity at Pamplin College of Business, which culminated in the college’s Commencement ceremonies. It was heartening to celebrate the achievements of our students as they set forth on new journeys. Following the academic rush, I embarked on a journey to meet with Hokies and friends on the West Coast before heading on to China. There, the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation thrives in the city of Xi’an, where students in our collaborative 3+1 program with Xidian University are preparing to spend their final year in Blacksburg, beginning in 2025.

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Spring Commencement sees Pamplin alumni honored, highlighted

During May’s commencement exercises, three Pamplin College of Business alumni received recognition for their service to Virginia Tech, while another alum served as keynote speaker for the Pamplin College of Business spring commencement ceremony.

Mary Nolen Blackwood ’73 and Willis P. Blackwood ’72 were presented with the Ut Prosim Medal, the university’s highest honor, and one that is given for notable and remarkable service to the university.

James E. “Jim” Pearman Jr. ’70 received the Alumni Distinguished Service Award, which honors alumni in recognition of their outstanding service to the university, their communities, and their professions.

Yvonne McGill ’89, chief financial officer for Dell Technologies, provided the keynote speech during the Pamplin College of Business spring commencement ceremony.

Pamplin Advisory Council member named to Forbes list

Krystal McCants ’03, a principal at YHB CPAs & Consultants in Falls Church, Virginia, has been named to Forbes’ 2024 America’s Top 200 CPAs list.

McCants, a member of the Pamplin Advisory Council, said that being recognized on this first-of-its-kind list is “an honor” and has been “humbling.”

Forbes’ 2024 America’s Top 200 CPAs list recognizes the nation’s most exemplary certified public accountants. The list was curated by Forbes’ editorial staff, drawing from a wide pool of candidates nominated independently and recognized through various societies and associations of CPAs.

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Get your Hokie Friendship Bracelet set while supplies last

If you have not yet made your gift this year (July 1,2023 to June 30, 2024) we want you to know about this special campaign – Hokie Friendship Bracelets! Through June 28, or while supplies last, Virginia Tech is offering these exclusive friendship bracelets when you give $8 or more to the area you love most at the Pamplin College of Business.

There is still time to make a gift to Pamplin by June 28, 2024, and receive your Hokie Friendship Bracelets!

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Get ready for University Homecoming 2024

October 21-26

Celebrate University Homecoming 2024! There will be Homecoming events all week long for students, alumni, and friends. Please continue to check out the schedule of events page as it is updated with additional events.

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Save the date for these upcoming Pamplin tailgates!

Pamplin Seniors, Career and Recruiters Appreciation Tailgate
September 7
Virginia Tech vs. Marshal
Hahn Garden Pavilion
Start time is 1:30 p.m. 

Pamplin Tailgate
September 21
Virginia Tech vs. Rutgers
Hahn Garden Pavilion
Start time is three hours prior to kick-off

Keep an eye on your inbox for additional information on how to register for these tailgates!

Pamplin in the News & Notes

Select recent appearances of Pamplin College of Business faculty, students, and alumni in the news, as well as recent announcements and college notes.