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Our Officers

Meet the dedicated leaders supporting Virginia Tech's military-connected community. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to get involved in the organization

Executive Board

Michael Alvarez Veterans at VT President

Michael Alvarez

President

malvarez@vt.edu

Michael is a U.S. Army veteran studying business information technology. He enjoys helping members get connected quickly and keeping the organization focused on practical support, strong events, and community.

U.S. Army
Rachel Kim Veterans at VT Vice President

Rachel Kim

Vice President

rkim@vt.edu

Rachel is a U.S. Navy veteran studying systems engineering. She helps coordinate chapter operations, supports event planning, and works to make sure members can easily get involved throughout the semester.

U.S. Navy
Danielle Brooks Veterans at VT Secretary

Danielle Brooks

Secretary

dbrooks@vt.edu

Danielle is a Marine Corps veteran majoring in human development. She manages meeting notes, chapter communications, and internal organization so members stay informed and leadership stays on track.

U.S. Marine Corps
Marcus Reed Veterans at VT Treasurer

Marcus Reed

Treasurer

mreed@vt.edu

Marcus is a U.S. Air Force veteran studying accounting. He oversees budgeting, reimbursement planning, and chapter funding so the organization can run events responsibly and sustainably.

U.S. Air Force

Chairs

Tyler Nguyen Veterans at VT Social Chair

Tyler Nguyen

Social Chair

tnguyen@vt.edu

Tyler is an Army National Guard member in industrial design. He plans social gatherings that help veterans, service members, and dependents build friendships and feel part of the community at Virginia Tech.

Army National Guard
Samantha Lewis Veterans at VT Philanthropy Chair

Samantha Lewis

Philanthropy Chair

slewis@vt.edu

Samantha is a military-connected student studying public health. She organizes service projects and charitable initiatives that connect the chapter with the wider Blacksburg and Virginia Tech communities.

Jordan Patel Veterans at VT Social Media Chair

Jordan Patel

Social Media Chair

jpatel@vt.edu

Jordan is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran majoring in computer science. He manages digital outreach, promotes upcoming events, and helps keep the chapter visible and easy to follow online.

U.S. Coast Guard