@VTthrive

In the Thrive Living-Learning Community, students will leverage their true strengths to create a personalized, one-of-a-kind Virginia Tech experience.

 Blacksburg, VA
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Joined December 2015
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Some wise words to keep in mind as we start the new semester. Rest in Peace, Larry King. @VTHRL
Congratulations to Officer Micah Pasquarell on being named VTPD's Officer of the year! Officer Pasquarell was chosen for his hard work and commitment to comprehensive law enforcement services. He's a dedicated team player and a role model for all to follow. Well done, Officer!
Officer Pasquarell standing with Chief of Police holding his award

ALT Officer Pasquarell standing with Chief of Police holding his award

VTPD Officer of the year award made of glass with Officer Pasquarell's named engraved in it

ALT VTPD Officer of the year award made of glass with Officer Pasquarell's named engraved in it

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For this week's #FavoriteInBlacksburg we're giving a shoutout to Sam's Hot Dogs! While new in town, Sam's has locations all over the country and is well known for their fantastic food!
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In this week's #FavoritesInBlacksburg, we're taking a trip around the world! Oasis World market stocks favorite foods from every corner of the globe, so whether you're looking for a taste of home or to try something new, it's got something for you. @VTHRL
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College is challenging, but keep pushing yourself, and you will succeed! @VTHRL
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Thrive Community retweeted
Virginia Tech@virginia_tech19 Oct 2020
There will be a virtual town hall on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. to discuss issues and questions related to the spring 2021 semester. Submit your questions here ➡️ bit.ly/vtspringquestions
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Craving some fantastic sushi? Look no further than Green's! A favorite among Thrivers, Green's has a huge menu of sushi and other popular food, with something for everyone. And it's right down the street from Squires, so getting there is a breeze! #FavoritesInBlacksburg @VTHRL
Don't doubt yourself! Keep studying and push through. You will get there! @VTHRL
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Yesterday's Community Gathering: Meeting with our peer mentors, learning about ExperienceVT, and setting goals! @VTHRL
Events you don't want to miss this week - as always, you can find more events and information at gobblerconnect.vt.edu. ✌️
Events This Week in Student Affairs. Sep 28 - Financial Wellness Workshop Series. 4-5PM on GobblerConnect. E Series for Racial Justice, 5-6:30PM - GobblerConnect. Sep 29 - Quarantivities: Two Truths Team Trivia Challenge. 6-7PM on GobblerConnect. Presidential Debate Watch Party, 9-11PM on GobblerConnect. Sep 30 - Make and Take 12-2PM Perspective Gallery. Accessible Communication Considerations, 12-1:15PM on GobblerConnect. Check Event pages for ticketing and attendance guidelines. Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

ALT Events This Week in Student Affairs. Sep 28 - Financial Wellness Workshop Series. 4-5PM on GobblerConnect. E Series for Racial Justice, 5-6:30PM - GobblerConnect. Sep 29 - Quarantivities: Two Truths Team Trivia Challenge. 6-7PM on GobblerConnect. Presidential Debate Watch Party, 9-11PM on GobblerConnect. Sep 30 - Make and Take 12-2PM Perspective Gallery. Accessible Communication Considerations, 12-1:15PM on GobblerConnect. Check Event pages for ticketing and attendance guidelines. Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

Events this Week in VT Student Affairs. Oct 1 - Wake up with Cook, 9-9:30AM on GobblerConnect. BSA Black Table Talk, 6-7:30PM on GobblerConnect. Oct 2, Chef Demonstration Video with VPSA, 2-2:30PM on GobblerConnect. Movie Night: Selma, 7:30-9:45PM at Commonwealth Ballroom. Oct 3 - Outdoor Movie: Mean Girls 8-10pm at Lower Rec Fields. Venture Out Park and Play Canoe, 10am-4pm at Claytor Lake. Check Event pages for ticketing and attendance guidelines. Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

ALT Events this Week in VT Student Affairs. Oct 1 - Wake up with Cook, 9-9:30AM on GobblerConnect. BSA Black Table Talk, 6-7:30PM on GobblerConnect. Oct 2, Chef Demonstration Video with VPSA, 2-2:30PM on GobblerConnect. Movie Night: Selma, 7:30-9:45PM at Commonwealth Ballroom. Oct 3 - Outdoor Movie: Mean Girls 8-10pm at Lower Rec Fields. Venture Out Park and Play Canoe, 10am-4pm at Claytor Lake. Check Event pages for ticketing and attendance guidelines. Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

Events this Week in VT Student Affairs. Oct 4 - Mindfulness Practice, 10am-11am on GobblerConnect. Venture OUt Park and Play Mountain Biking, 10am-1pm Pandapas Pond. Fall Family Weekend. For more virtual family weekend events visit students.vt.edu/familyweekend Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

ALT Events this Week in VT Student Affairs. Oct 4 - Mindfulness Practice, 10am-11am on GobblerConnect. Venture OUt Park and Play Mountain Biking, 10am-1pm Pandapas Pond. Fall Family Weekend. For more virtual family weekend events visit students.vt.edu/familyweekend Visit Gobblerconnect.vt.edu for more events and information.

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May her memory be a blessing to all young minds.
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Looking for a great place to study? Look no further than Torg Bridge! Located across from the Pylons, Torg Bridge spans between Torgersen Hall and Newman Library, and has plenty of room to social distance while studying in a calm, quiet environment. #FavoritesInBlacksburg @VTHRL
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As classes start to gear up, don't forget to take the time to stop and breathe. Your college experience is going to fly by, so enjoy it while you can!
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Thrive Community retweeted
Virginia Tech@virginia_tech2 Sep 2020
Please see this guidance from @SchiffertHealth on what to do if: ➡️ You're experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19 or generally feel sick ➡️ You think you've been exposed to COVID-19 ➡️ @VDHgov calls to inform you that you've been contact traced vtnews.vt.edu/notices/studen…
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This week's Favorite in Blacksburg is Cookout, with fantastic burgers and legendary milkshakes! Right across from Kroger on S. Main, Cookout is one of the best places to go to grab a late-night bite with friends (while wearing masks, of course!)
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A good reminder for the first week of the semester: College is a great time to dream big and strive for the life you want!
Thrive Community retweeted
Virginia Tech@virginia_tech24 Aug 2020
Today and tomorrow you can also pick up a free face covering from @HokieWellness at these locations: xitter.cf/HokieWellness/status/1…
Hokie Wellness@HokieWellness24 Aug 2020
Hokies, Start Jumping (for FREE masks)! 🧡😷 Hokie Wellness is handing out masks on-campus today and tomorrow 7:30am-6:30pm at these locations: New Classroom Building Turner/McBryde Area Squires Plaza McComas Hall/Cassell Lot Lawn War Memorial Plaza See you there!
Table with orange and maroon masks.

ALT Table with orange and maroon masks.

Hokie Wellness staff member handing out free masks under a tent.

ALT Hokie Wellness staff member handing out free masks under a tent.

Sign that says “free masks for students living off-campus”

ALT Sign that says “free masks for students living off-campus”

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This week for one of Thrive's favorites in Blacksburg: The Lyric Theatre! Located near Squires, this historical theatre is a favorite for lots of students. Go to see a film (socially distanced of course) or go to see an acapella group on campus perform and check out the Lyric!
Today is the LAST day to join Thrive this fall! Accept your offer in StarRez. @VTHRL @virginia_tech #vt24
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