FSL September 2025 Community News
Community Spotlights
Virginia Tech fraternity breaks national fundraising record in support of St. Jude
Virginia Tech’s Xi Omega chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon raised a record-breaking $267,933 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, earning national honors for their philanthropy and service.
Leading the Way: Meet the Fraternity & Sorority Life Council Presidents
The community begins the year with David Chomiak, Chance McCary, Devika Panchwagh, and Sarah Rodee guiding the four councils with a vision for connection, pride, and growth.
Safety & Self-Care Spotlight
September is Suicide Prevention Month !
Your mental health matters. Check in on your brothers, sisters, and siblings — and remember to care for yourself too. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength.
By the numbers
During the 2024-2025 academic year, 42% of our members are from outside of the Commonwealth of Virginia!!
Events & Opportunities
National Hazing Prevention Week
- Commitment to a Hazing Free Experience (Open Session for Potential New Members) - Monday, September 22, 6-7 pm, Holden Auditorium
- Movie Screening of "Hazing"- Tuesday, September 23, 6-8 pm, Burruss Hall Auditorium
- Hazing Prevention Museum - Wednesday, September 24, 9 am - 5 pm, Squires 204 and Atrium
- Social Media Campaign - Members of the community and chapters are encouraged to utilize the templates linked below throughout the week, and to tag @StudentsAtVT, @VTGreeks and your council in your captions and/or stories. Our team will be resharing these posts and creating a Highlight on the @StudentsAtVT Instagram.
Homecoming
- Homecoming Kickoff: Monday, September 29, 4-6:30 PM, Drillfield
- Cut The Mic hosted by NPHC & the Black Student Alliance: Thursday, October 2, 7:30-9:30 PM, Haymarket Theatre
- Homecoming Parade: Friday, October 3, 5-8 PM, Downtown Blacksburg
- NPHC's Dr. Zenobia L. Hikes Homecoming Yard Show: Friday, October 2, 8-10 PM, Commonwealth Ballroom
Save The Dates
- Fall Family Weekend - September 19-21, 2025
- Town Gown Meeting - Thursday, October 9th
- Risk Management Institute Roundtable - Tuesday, October 14th
- Greeks Giving Back - Saturday, October 18th
- Oak Lane Trick-or-Treat - Sunday, October 26th
Resources at a Glance
- CARES Program for Survivors
- Cook Counseling Center
- Cultural & Community Centers
- Dean of Students Office
- Event Services
- Hokie Wellness
- Sexual Violence Prevention Education
- Recreational Sports
- Services for Students with Disabilities
- Schiffert Health Center
- Student Engagement & Campus Life
- VT Engage: The Center for Leadership & Service Learning
- Women's Center at Virginia Tech
Meet Team FSL
- Abbi Hanson Allen, Director
- Zack Pfeifer, Associate Director
- Justin Brown, Assistant Director for Oak Lane
- Chandler Crean, Assistant Director & NPHC Advisor
- Hannah Orndorff, Coordinator & Panhellenic Advisor
- Tianna Pride, Coordinator & IFC Advisor
- Eva Ruan, Coordinator & UCFS Advisor
- Samantha Esposito, Administrative Assistant
- Gracie Ellett, Graduate Assistant