Hokie ClubReilly Hatfield Marrs (‘22), is set to graduate from the Physician Assistant Program at Radford University Carilion this December. At Virginia Tech, she majored in Biological Systems Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. Reilly chose this major because one of the pathways in the biological systems program is health professions, and her plan was to pursue graduate work and a career in the healthcare field after graduation. She enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and cheering for Virginia Tech. You’ll find her in Lane Stadium during football season! Reilly is based in Roanoke, Virginia.
Q: Why do you think it is important to give back to Virginia Tech Athletics?
RHM: In order to be competitive and attract the top talent for Hokie athletics, we need to have the best facilities, equipment, and programs. Virginia Tech athletes should feel confident that they have it better in Blacksburg than they would at any other school, and recruits should visit our campus and know that Virginia Tech is the place to be.
Q: Why did you decide to attend Virginia Tech?
RHM: No other school was even a possibility in my mind. My dad is a Hokie graduate, and I grew up cheering for Virginia Tech. The Hokie spirit runs deep in my family. Of course, Virginia Tech’s strong academic programs made my decision easier. I knew I could get the best education while attending a school that I truly love.
Q: How has Virginia Tech Athletics impacted you?
RHM: I worked as a sports medicine student aide during my four years at Virginia Tech. Specifically, I worked under athletic trainer Jimmy Lawrence with the men’s soccer team. My experience contributed to my desire to work in the medical field and made me a more competitive applicant when I applied to physician assistant school. Fun fact: Jimmy Lawrence was also the athletic trainer for my dad when he played Hokie baseball from 1989-1993.
Q: What is your favorite Virginia Tech sports memory?
RHM: There are so many because I attended A LOT of athletic events; however, one that stands out is storming the court in Cassell when the Hokies beat #3 Duke 77-72 in February 2019.
Q: How would you encourage other Virginia Tech Recent Graduates to give?
RHM: I think it’s easy for recent graduates to assume they are still too young to feel that responsibility, but we’re never too young to support the school that gave us so much. Making it a priority now will increase the likelihood that we will ALWAYS make it a priority and that it won’t become a forgotten matter.
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