Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University A land-grant institution
Ag Tech's tradition of hosting a Welcome Back Picnic is enjoyed by students and staff alike. Held at the beginning of the fall semester, the picnic gives students a chance to reconnect with friends and meet new students.
Lucas Spillman and Charles DeBord enjoy a game of horse shoes during the picnic.
Josh Stephens, Ag Tech alumni talks to the students about the importance of getting involved in student organizations.
Ed McCann, Ag Tech student services coordinator, greets the students.
Todd Walters, owner of Valley Landscaping and Ag Tech alumni, spoke to the group about the trends and opportunities in the growing industry and how Ag Tech prepared him to run his own successful business.
Rose Bradshaw, Ag Tech marketing and recruitment coordinator, and students Bethany Johnson and Brian Price eye the pizzas provided by Ag Tech.
Second year students introduce themselves to the new Ag Tech students at the picnic.