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VMI Community Updates
Institute leadership continues to communicate important information for cadets, their families, faculty & staff, and the VMI community at-large:
- Important information for returning cadets and incoming rats regarding COVID-19 vaccination protocols and upcoming local clinic dates is now available.
- The June 2021 Institute Report, including articles on commencement, commissioning, and features on cadets and faculty, is now available for online reading and download.
- Registration for Session II summer classes for cadets and visiting students is currently open.
- Keydet Football tickets will be going on sale July 1. Details for this and all other Keydet schedule and ticket information can be found at https://vmikeydets.com/.
- Construction projects are ongoing and visitors to the area surrounding VMI are encouraged to note all posted warnings and notices.
New Procedure for Incoming Rats: Ordering Boots Online
This year, incoming rats will be ordering uniform boots online, prior to matriculation in August. These boots will be ordered directly from U.S. Patriot Tactical, at no cost to incoming rats. Information and instructions for ordering are available from VMI's Auxiliary Services team.
News from Post
Army Special Forces Veteran Named VMI Commandant
Col. Adrian T. Bogart III ’81, recently retired from the U. S. Army Special Forces, has been appointed commandant of the Virginia Military Institute Corps of Cadets.
Custodian Organizes School Supply Drive
This year, custodian Tanya Rice has spearheaded an effort among multiple custodians and cadets to collect unused school supplies and donate them to Rockbridge County Public Schools.
VMI Board of Visitors reviews report recommendations
The Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors met to consider the recommendations of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s audit of VMI’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.