The Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) recently concluded its second annual Pamplin’s Inspiring Possibilities (PIP) Academy. The 10-day residential program introduced 27 rising high school seniors – many from underrepresented and underserved communities – to the dynamic world of business and business careers, aligning with the second goal of Pamplin’s Implementation Plan for Strategic Initiative 5.6, Build a Model Inclusive Community: to achieve representational diversity in Pamplin.
The academy kicked off July 6 with the opening dinner at The Inn at Virginia Tech and featured a keynote address by Pamplin alumnus Randy Lucas ’91, M.S. ’92, Pamplin Advisory Council member and principal consultant for Lucas Tax and Energy Consulting. Lucas reflected on his experience as a Hokie with students, shared how they belonged at Virginia Tech, and how they can thrive and succeed in Pamplin. Lucas shared his “five B's” — tips for belonging — with students: Be a reader, be a critical thinker, be a researcher, be a problem solver, and be a difference maker.
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