Category Archives: Announcements

Article by Dick Cheatham

Posted on 7 April 2009 by Chips Lanier

From Dick: “Here’s an article of mine that just appeared online…with typos!  LOL!”  Go here to read I Am an Entrepreneur.

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Facebook anyone? (Updated)

Posted on 28 February 2009 by Chips Lanier

I may have committed a tactical error, but, at the behest of my daughter, joined Facebook a while ago.  Although it was primarily for keeping up with her happenings in Seattle, I found (or was found) by several BRs.  Even … Continue reading →

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Some Good Sports Illustrated Coverage

Posted on 5 February 2009 by Chips Lanier

It has been said the getting on the Sports Illustrated cover is a kiss of death.  But they don’t say the same about an article or two.  Check out the article on line from the 9 February issue.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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Corps in the Inauguration Parade (Updated)

Posted on 19 January 2009 by Chips Lanier

From VMI Communications and Marketing: The most recent information from parade organizers is that the Corps will be released to start the parade at 5:35 p.m. It is expected the Corps will pass the reviewing stand at 5:57 p.m. It … Continue reading →

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VMI Foundation Seeks Chief Executive Officer

Posted on 5 January 2009 by Chips Lanier

The Virginia Military Institute Foundation has begun a national search to find a replacement for James L. Adams ’71, the foundation’s executive vice president. Adams announced earlier this year that he will retire on June 30 after 11 years as … Continue reading →

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VMI to March in Presidential Inaugural

Posted on 11 December 2008 by Chips Lanier

From VMI Communications and Marketing: The Corps of Cadets of the Virginia Military Institute will mark the 100th anniversary of the first time it marched in a Presidential Inaugural Parade by marching in the parade ushering in President-elect Barack Obama … Continue reading →

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VMI Launches New Admissions Web Site

Posted on 2 December 2008 by Chips Lanier

I missed this when it first came out…. From VMI Communications and Marketing: Plenty of pictures, sounds, videos, and information will guide prospective cadets to Virginia Military Institute as they explore the uniquely rich educational and life opportunities provided by … Continue reading →

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November Institute Report

Posted on 13 November 2008 by Chips Lanier

The latest Institute Report is now on line on the VMI web site and may be found here. You may already be receiving this publication by mail, but the online version will reach you a lot sooner, in addition to … Continue reading →

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Parking Challenges for 8 November (Updated)

Posted on 4 November 2008 by Chips Lanier

UPDATE: Please check this link on the VMI site for all the restrictions, parking information, and access requirements (including metal detector screening for watching the parade!). It’s a lot of information there. It’s going to be a bit crowded this … Continue reading →

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BR needs a hand in the Richmond area…no not me.

Posted on 16 October 2008 by Dick Cheatham

Greetings BRs. If any of you guys know of any work and/or a place one of our BRs on hard times can stay for a while in the Richmond area, please contact me for more information. No, it ain’t me…I … Continue reading →

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