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Step into cadet life and explore various extracurricular activities that are offered at VMI. See how cadets, faculty advisors and coaches, and post itself, reflect the ever-changing landscape of athletics, academics, community service, and interests beyond the classroom, going the extra mile.


Caden Plummer, a pitcher, talks about his responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Caden Plummer ’25 — Keydet Baseball

April 15, 2025

Time management is a common theme for many cadets, especially as a cadet-athlete. Caden Plummer ’25 is no stranger to figuring out his time and schedule.  

Pistol club members Tiffany Rock ’28, Sofia Fleming ’28, Kate Patrick ’27, Chris Olsen ’25, Bill Gray ’27, Jamie Palacio ’27, Chase Boucher ’27, and asst. coach Jan Downs celebrate their achievement. Not pictured are head coach Reese McCormick and Andrei Hipol ’28

VMI Pistol Club Places 7th in National Championship

April 9, 2025

The pistol club at Virginia Military Institute finished in 7th place at the National Collegiate Pistol Championship held mid-March in Anniston and Talladega, Alabama.

Jillian Sisk, a track runner, talks about her responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Jillian Sisk ’27 — Keydet Women’s Track and Field

April 8, 2025

Jillian Sisk ’27 followed her passion for math and science to VMI, where she discovered her love for civil engineering after initially exploring other STEM paths. In addition to her rigorous academic schedule, Sisk is a dedicated long-distance runner on VMI’s track and field team.

Dyson Dunham, a wrestler, talks about his responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Dyson Dunham ’26 — Keydet Wrestling

April 1, 2025

It’s a mental game for Dyson Dunham ’26, not just while he’s wrestling, but during his day-to-day. He sacrifices a lot when cutting weight for matches, staying on top of assignments, and fitting in his cadet duties. On the mat, he says he’s doing it for himself.

Val Tonnu, a swimmer, talks about her responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Val Tonnu ’26 — Keydet Women’s Swim and Dive

March 25, 2025

From overcoming setbacks to rekindling her love for swimming, Val Tonnu '26 found strength in structure, camaraderie, and character. She’s using her voice to uplift others, proving that true success is built on resilience and determination.

Cameron Thomas, a pole vaulter, talks about his responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Cameron Thomas ’27 — Keydet Men's Track and Field

March 18, 2025

College was the last thing on Cameron Thomas’ ’27 radar in high school. Instead, he was looking to enlist in the military once he graduated. That was until he started track his junior year, specifically competing in pole vault.

The VMI Community Theatre presents, “Murder on the Nile,” Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. in Gillis Theater.

VMI Community Theatre Presents “Murder on the Nile”

March 17, 2025

The VMI Community Theatre presents, “Murder on the Nile,” Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. in Gillis Theater.

VMI's basketball team at the SoCon Tournament in Asheville, North Carolina.

Keydet Wrestling and Basketball See SoCon Honors in Asheville

March 12, 2025

Virginia Military Institute’s wrestling and basketball teams saw Southern Conference honors while in Asheville, North Carolina, last weekend.

Matthew Picard, a swimmer,  talks about his responsibilities with everything as a cadet and cadet-athlete.

Behind the Balance: Matthew Picard ’27 — Keydet Men’s Swim and Dive

March 4, 2025

Matthew Picard ’27 vowed he would never attend a military college. One of his teammates in high school ended up going to Virginia Military Institute and he was encouraged to investigate it.

VMI men’s and women’s swimming and diving closed out their season at home in February during the America East Championships at Goodall Pool Feb. 22.

VMI Keydets Break Records, Score High

March 4, 2025

VMI men’s and women’s swimming and diving closed out their season at home in February during the America East Championships at Goodall Pool Feb. 22. The 2025 Southern Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships were hosted by VMI at the Corps Physical Training Facility Feb. 28 and March 1.