At annual tailgate, OIA shows its Hokie Spirit — and generosity

A woman wearing a maroon Virginia Tech apron gestures while speaking to a small group gathered under a brick pavilion — During the annual OIA Tailgate Party, Susan E. Short (center), senior associate vice president for outreach and international affairs, introduces some of the people who started at OIA in the past year. Photo by Amanda Broome for Virginia Tech.

Last week’s OIA Tailgate Party brought together colleagues from across Outreach and International Affairs for food, fun, and Hokie spirit — all while supporting students in need.

Thanks to the generosity of those who attended, nearly 300 food items were delivered this week to The Market of Virginia Tech, helping stock the shelves for students who rely on its fresh and healthy ingredients.

A special thank-you goes to the OIA Tailgate planning committee — Alice Ann Crowl, Blaine Vella, Nancy Gruber, John Register, and Jennifer Dowdy — for organizing such a successful event.

Thanks also to the many colleagues who contributed donations to The Market, including Leland, Becky, Alice Ann, Diane, Lucas, Christina, Rich, Shelly, Scott, Dr. J., Tom, Tammy, TaJae, the Burnams, Tess, Erin, Jennifer, Susan, Matthew, Larissa, Julia, Maria Elisa, Pamela, Blaine, Fran, Stephanie, Emmalee, Karen, Abby, Amanda, Joe, Guru, Jeff, Steve, Beth, Lisa, Aislinn, Maureen, and Siwen.

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Photos by Amanda Broome.