New Student Orientation
Valuable information for incoming freshmen and their parents to ensure a successful transition to college life. Visit the orientation website for details on what to expect, an event schedule, and more.
HokieCast, July 2009
Summer in Blacksburg Listen to the latest HokieCast, a podcast by students, for students. Kevin Cupp discusses orientation, things to do in Blacksburg, and HokieCamp. Length: 04:58
Download MP3 (6 MB)
Rich Sparks, Orientation Director, Dean of Students Office
“You're On Your Own Now” Sparks talks about getting involved and how crucial personal responsibility is for incoming students - how to develop it, and what resources are available at Virginia Tech to help. Length: 12:30
Download MP3 (11.7 MB)
Barry Simmons, Director, Scholarships & Financial Aid
“Paying for College” Dr. Simmons offers a guided tour on paying the bills at Virginia Tech and discusses how you can continue to seek out scholarships, grants, and other financial aid to make the process a little bit easier. Length: 7:54
Download MP3 (7.4 MB)
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About Podcasts
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To learn more about podcasting, visit Wikipedia.
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