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06/18/2026

🔥 Pamplin Hot Takes: VT Marketing Department Edition

Why does nostalgia marketing continue to resonate? Are brand reboots helping companies stay relevant, or are they limiting creativity?

In this edition of Pamplin Hot Takes, professor Monica Hillison and student Sarah Law share their perspectives on the strategies behind some of today's most recognizable marketing trends.

Watch the conversation and let us know: What's a nostalgia marketing campaign that has stuck with you over the years?

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06/17/2026

A little piece of Hokie history now has a permanent home 🧡

Just weeks after members of the community signed a Hokie orange beam during the New Business Building groundbreaking, that beam has officially been installed as part of the structure itself.

As construction continues, it's exciting to watch this project take shape and imagine the generations of who will learn, collaborate, and launch their futures within its walls.

Read more about this special milestone and the progress of the New Business Building: https://go.vt.edu/uqnHW

06/17/2026

$72,000 is the median starting salary for Pamplin graduates, but the story behind the number is even more important.

From internships and experiential learning opportunities to career coaching and employer connections, students are gaining experiences that help them stand out in a competitive job market.

Through Pamplin+, students will engage with employers, develop professional skills, explore emerging technologies, and apply what they’re learning beyond the classroom.

The result is graduates who are prepared to make an impact from day one.

See how Pamplin+ is preparing the next generation of business leaders: https://go.vt.edu/uqjze

06/16/2026

Meet Megan Martin '89, a alumna whose Virginia Tech journey proves it's never too late to pursue your goals.

After spending 20 years raising a family and building experience in the accounting field, Megan returned to the classroom to earn her degree. She graduated as the top-ranked accounting student in her class and launched a career that spanned auditing, tax systems consulting, and financial operations!

The lessons she gained at Pamplin extended far beyond technical skills. Through team-based accounting and information systems courses, she learned how to collaborate across generations, listen to different perspectives, and contribute to complex projects, skills that would serve her throughout her career.

Today, Megan continues to support future through scholarship giving, inspired by the encouragement and opportunities she received as a student.

“I have been blessed with much and want to give it forward to open doors to others who need that small amount of assistance.”

Her story is a reminder that success doesn't always follow a traditional timeline. Sometimes the most meaningful accomplishments are the ones you've worked decades to achieve.

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06/16/2026

Not long ago, Michael Walker was taking Intermediate Financial Accounting. As a graduate student pursuing his M.S. in Accounting & Information Systems - Virginia Tech, he was known to help other Hokies succeed in the same course through peer mentoring and academic support.

By supporting graduate students who serve as peer mentors, Pamplin is creating opportunities for students to learn from those who have recently walked in their shoes. The result is a stronger learning experience for everyone involved.

Michael's experience is one example of the impact made possible through a partnership with Forvis Mazars, which provides scholarship support for graduate students while helping expand academic support for undergraduates.

We're grateful to Forvis Mazars for investing in student success and helping create opportunities that benefit Hokies at every stage of their academic journey.

Read more about the partnership and its impact: https://go.vt.edu/uqz9u

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06/15/2026

One last look at Spring Commencement 2026 🎓

To the parents, families, friends, faculty, and supporters who encouraged them every step of the way, thank you. This achievement belongs to all who helped make the journey possible.

Hear reflections from student leaders and alumni, and celebrate the newest members of Pamplin's alumni network: https://go.vt.edu/uqjmM

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06/12/2026

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06/12/2026

The future of business is changing. So is the way we teach it.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, Pamplin faculty are actively exploring how these tools can enhance learning, strengthen classroom experiences, and help students develop the judgment and critical thinking skills that matter most in an AI-enabled world.

Through workshops, collaboration, and ongoing experimentation, our faculty are embracing the same mindset we encourage in our students: stay curious, keep learning, and adapt to change.

It's one example of how continues to operate at the intersection of business and technology, creating an environment where innovation is embedded throughout the student experience.

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06/11/2026

Business learning looks a little different when your classroom is at sea ⚓

Rising sophomore and finance major Arushi Nisar is participating in Pamplin's International Business at Sea study abroad program, visiting Curacao, Aruba, and the Bahamas while learning directly from industry leaders.

Through classes with Carnival executives and immersive cultural experiences across the islands, Arushi is gaining a deeper understanding of global business while developing valuable skills in adaptability, patience, and problem-solving.

Study abroad opportunities are a key component of Pamplin+, providing students with experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom through global immersion, experiential learning, and meaningful industry engagement.

Thinking about studying abroad? Applications for Fall Break programs close Monday! Learn more about international opportunities here: https://go.vt.edu/up54I

06/11/2026

Interested in Pamplin's new MSBA-Finance pathway? Apply by June 15 for a July 2026 start! Learn more: https://go.vt.edu/upZgX

What could one year mean for your future?

Pamplin's new M.S. in Business Administration - Finance (MSBA-Finance) is designed to help students turn strong analytical and quantitative skills into careers in finance, investment management, banking, consulting, and beyond.

If you're looking to launch your career in the industry, a specialized master's degree can help you build expertise, expand your network, and stand out in a competitive job market. And the long-term value can be significant: Pamplin's MBA and MSBA graduates historically earn a median salary of $178,000 ten years after graduation, with an estimated lifetime degree return on investment of $1.74 million!

Apply by June 15 to join the inaugural cohort beginning in July 2026. Learn more: https://go.vt.edu/upZhf

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