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Leadership Series

Leadership Spotlight Series

Special leaders have made a significant impact on each of us. To honor the achievements of some great leaders we know personally, this series features the successful leaders within our division who impact people and the university in positive and lasting ways.

Then along came Virginia Tech and its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). I knew this is where I wanted to be.

-Lynsay Belshe

It’s crucial to actively listen to others' ideas while confidently sharing your own thoughts and perspectives.

-Jim Hillman

I love coming to work because I know I get to work with teams who care about what they do, who work hard each day to solve problems and serve our university!

-Carrie Cox

The ability to sincerely listen to subject matter experts coupled with the ability to make a timely decision are important qualities of an effective leader.

-Joe Griffitts

Leadership is about more than a title, increased pay or a nice office, it’s about the people you work with and the customers we serve.

-James Perkins