Faculty and student leaders from New Student and Family Programs discuss the reality of different college and Virginia Tech myths. This episode will address the Freshman 15, making friends in college, what to do in Blacksburg, as well as the supposed pool on top of Slusher Tower! A captioned version of this episode can be found on our Youtube channel, linked here.

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, New Student and Family Programs discusses different ways to support and love your students while they are at Virginia Tech. This episode will address healthy family relationships, love languages, and different ways you can feel connected to your Hokie. A captioned version of this episode can be found on our Youtube channel, linked here.

Jonathan interviews Dr. Byron Hughes, Dean of Students, about the support his offices give to students. 

Jonathan interviews Diane Roberson and Henry Showalter about the Office of University Scholarships and Financial Aid and the Bursar’s Office.

Jonathan interviews Dr. Kimberly Smith and Lizette Rebolledo about the 2021 Orientation and Transitions Experience. 

Jonathan talks with Dr. Michael Williams about the Student Success Center and how students can engage with tutoring, success coaching and much more. 

Hokie Track Chats are designed to support & educate Proud Hokie Families by providing information on campus & community resources, promoting healthy student/family relationships, and proactively addressing questions & concerns. This episode gives a brief overview of the structure of Hokie Track Chats.

Lizette D. Rebolledo, Associate Dean of Student and Director of New Student & Family Programs joins us to talk about the new student transition and the role of family members. In this episode, she shares about her philosophy for helping students transition, how family members play a role in student success, and the impact of COVID-19 on new student transition.

Music by Articom and spinningmerkaba.