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University History

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 783 Collections and/or Records:

VPI Prom Bangle Bracelet

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-023
Abstract

The bracelet is a sterling silver, cuff-style bangle with hammered texture (planishing?). A black metal piece is attached in the center. It has an eagle above a ribbon that says "Virginia Polytechnic Institute". Under the ribbon are two flags and a shield that says "Junior Senior Prom 1933-1934".

Dates: 1933 - 1934

V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-037
Abstract

This pistonphone is housed inside of a wooden box with two metal buckle closures. Inside the wooden box is a black velvet lining with inlays that hold the four pieces of the pistonphone. A black strap on the interior lid of the box holds four sheets of paper that deal with cerifictation and proccessing of the pistonphone.

Dates: c.1967

VPI Seal Pin

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-021
Abstract

The circular VPI seal pin has a maroon border that says "Virginia Polytechnic Institute" surrounding the VPI seal in orange and maroon.

Dates: n.d.

VPI Shot Glass

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-010
Abstract

This collection includes a large VPI shot glass with the university seal in maroon and orange on the front. On the back side of the shot glass are four lines in orange with Virginia sports team names. The following names are listed: Hokies, Mountianeers, VMI Keydets, and Cavaliers.

Dates: Circa 1980s

VT Alumni Bag

 Collection
Identifier: Textile-2021-002
Abstract

The VT Alumni Bag is a white tote bag printed with the university logo of the pylons and "1872" and the words "Virginia Tech Alumni."

Dates: ca. 1990s

VT Men's Basketball Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Textile-1995-001
Abstract The VT Men's Basketball collection consists of Delwyn Dillard's basketball uniform and a NIT t-shirt. The basketball uniform consists of two parts, a jersey and shorts. The jeresy is orange with white and maroon trim around the collar and sleeves. The front of the jersey has text that is white with a maroon border that reads "VIRGINIA 5 TECH." The back of the jersey also has text that is white with a maroon border that reads "DILLARD 5." The sides of the jeresy have have 5 inch...
Dates: c.1994-1995

VT Seal Cross Stitch

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-041
Abstract

The Virginia Tech Cross stitch is mounted on cardboard with staples, the edges of the fabric sealed with tape. The base of the cross stitch is done in a cream color, with a maroon and orange Virginia Tech seal in the center. Some of the details of the seal are stitched in green, yellow, grey, and cream. Around the seal is text that reads "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY." In maroon stitching in the bottom right hand corner is the text "THW '70."

Dates: c.1960-1970

VT Seal Needlework

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-049
Abstract

The needlework depicts the VT Seal on the cednter of a square needlepoint canvas. The base of the cross stitch is done in a cream color, with a maroon and orange Virginia Tech seal in the center. Some of the details of the seal are stitched in green, yellow, grey, and cream. Around the seal is text that reads "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY."

Dates: n.d.

VT Special Event Banners

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-053
Abstract

Three VT seal banners in maroon, orange, and yellow.

Dates: n.d.

VT Stories Oral History Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2016-015
Content Description

A collection of oral history interviews with Virginia Tech's alumni, faculty, and staff, focusing on the Hokie community and alumni involvement. Orginally initiated in 2015 and managed by faculty and staff across the university, the core of the project was student involvement, Hokies interviewing Hokies, to document past experiences that created enduring connections between alumni and university.

Dates: Majority of material found within 2015 - 2021