Traditions
Several Tech traditions date back to the late 19th century after the appointment of university president John M. McBryde. McBryde became president of Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College in 1891 and immediately began reorganizing the university's curriculum. He envisioned VAMC as more professional and technical. McBryde's vision and plan laid the foundation for modern-day Virginia Tech.
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