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| Virginia Tech Class of 2009 Ring - Class Side |
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2009 Interlocking Chain - A traditional part of the ring since 1940, representing class pride
and unity. The links in the chain are the numerals 2009.
2009 - The year of our commencement features the Gobbler and the HokieBird. They
symbolize our mascot's transformation through time, as well as students time here at Tech.
The Clasped Hands - The shaking of the hands represents diversity amongst the class and is
featured on the Brotherhood Pylon on the War Memorial.
VT Basketball - The men's 2007 basketball team re-emerged on the national spotlight after
being ranked throughout the season. Some of this year's highlights consisted of sweeping two
perennial power houses in the ACC, Duke and North Carolina.
"Fortitudine Vincimus" - The Latin translation of the Class of 2009 motto:
"By Endurance We Conquer.ยจ
Downtown Blacksburg - Founded in 1798 on a thirty-eight acre tract deeded by William
Black, for whom the town was named. Downtown Blacksburg serves as a place for the Virginia
Tech community to enjoy local restaurants and night-life.
The HokieBird - First appearing in 1987, the HokieBird is the official mascot of Virginia Tech.
Merryman Athletic Center - Representing all Division I athletics at Virginia Tech.
Lane Stadium - Consistently rated as one of the top five toughest places to play in
the country, Lane Stadium has a special place in every Hokies' heart.
Class Logo - The official logo of the Class of 2009.
Mountains - Virginia Tech is situated in scenic
southwestern Virginia between the Blue Ridge
and Alleghany mountain ranges.
The Drillfield - One of Virginia Tech's most identifiable landmarks
and also considered the center of campus. The Drillfield has served
as the pathway to class, a stage for the Corps Pass and Review, as
well as a field for many students' play or study.
VT Ribbon - A symbol created in remembrance of the lives
affected by the tragic events that occurred on our campus. It is
displayed in the Drillfield to depict an occurrence forever embedded
in the heart of the Hokie Nation.
MMIX - Roman numerals which stand for 2009. |
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