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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.

The main aim for cadets in the VMI Pistol Club during practices at the firing range is to focus on precision shooting with air pistols. The club, led by Chris Olsen ’25, brings together a diverse group of cadets to compete nationally in Olympic-style events.

Community is something Patrick Kiernan ’25 values in his life. It’s one of the reasons he chose to go to Virginia Military Institute and also a big part as to why he’s on the cross country team.

Sedona Dancu '25 thrives in VMI's demanding environment. From balancing soccer practices and cadet duties to growing in faith as a cadet chaplain, she credits VMI for teaching her discipline and time management.
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Through resources like the Miller Academic Center and academic advisors, Terrell Jackson stays on top of his studies while mentoring teammates and maintaining relationships between athletics and the Corps.

The VMI Community Theatre will present, “The Real Inspector Hound." The one-act play, written by Tom Stoppard, is a parody of the stereotypical parlor mystery in the style of Agatha Christie’s, “The Mousetrap,” and is a play within a play.

It wasn’t love at first run for Abby Fiorillo ’25. She said her father made her do cross country when she was in high school, but the longer she ran, her love for the sport grew.

Becoming one of the co-captains of Virginia Military Institute’s men’s soccer team, Colin Blandford ’26 didn’t expect to carry so much weight. It was a stark contrast to him serving as captain in high school.

VMI Water Polo Head Coach Danielle Montenegro will work for USA Water Polo this upcoming year, as she was asked to be the head coach of one of the organization's 16 and Under Olympic Development Program (ODP) Teams.

These chairs are found all over the United States in stadiums, arenas, and government buildings. They are meant to represent those service members who are unable to fill them because of their sacrifices. They also serve as a tribute to the men and women who serve the country every day.

The schedule Gretal Shank ’25 keeps ensures she’s able to get all her tasks done. On top of a sport, she’s taken a heavy credit load her entire time at VMI — taking 20 credits this semester, three of which are dedicated to her honor’s thesis.