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Virginia Tech Rescue Squad The Virginia Tech Rescue Squad is the Emergency Medical Service agency serving the campus of Virginia Tech.

It is a volunteer student-run organization committed to providing the finest emergency medical service available to the University community.

Another successful training weekend in the books! Earlier this semester our active members participated in our annual tr...
09/14/2026

Another successful training weekend in the books!

Earlier this semester our active members participated in our annual training weekend. We had many lectures and hands-on trainings to prepare for the start of the school year!

Consistent, high-quality training is essential for all EMS agencies. While we train daily, our annual training offers unique activities and learning opportunities that help our members continue developing their skills.

We want to thank all of our lecturers, Lewis-Gale Montgomery Hospital, Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, ACOEP at VCOM, and all of the evaluators and patients who generously gave their time to help us learn, grow, and strengthen our skills as an agency!


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This year, we had the opportunity to hear lectures by Dr. Champine, DO, and Dr. LePera, DO, PhD, on Saturday, August 22. We also participated in a blindfolded code leadership training led by one of our Lieutenants, Hunter Odum, NRP.
VCOM-Virginia

This year, we had the opportunity to hear lectures by Dr. Champine, DO, and Dr. LePera, DO, PhD, on Saturday, August 22. We also participated in a blindfolded code leadership training led by one of our Lieutenants, Hunter Odum, NRP.
VCOM-Virginia

This year, we had the opportunity to hear lectures by Dr. Champine, DO, and Dr. LePera, DO, PhD, on Saturday, August 22. We also participated in a blindfolded code leadership training led by one of our Lieutenants, Hunter Odum, NRP.
VCOM-Virginia

*TRAINING ONLY*
On Sunday, August 23rd, our agency hosted our internal mass casualty training at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI). Crews were able to simulate every step of a motor vehicle collision involving multiple patients in a safe, realistic environment. The ACOEP at VCOM also invited us to the Sim Center to practice hands-on skills related to complicated deliveries and neonatal resuscitation.
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute

*TRAINING ONLY, NO REAL INJURIES*
On Sunday, August 23rd, our agency hosted our internal mass casualty training at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI). Crews were able to simulate every step of a motor

This morning, alongside local first responders and the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, our members participated in the an...
09/11/2026

This morning, alongside local first responders and the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, our members participated in the annual stair climb at Lane Stadium to honor the lives lost on September 11th, 2001.

Today, we remember the 2,977 lives lost and recognize the courage and sacrifice of the first responders who answered the call that day.

We will never forget.

Last, we would like to introduce all of our managers and appointed positions! These members help our officers on project...
09/10/2026

Last, we would like to introduce all of our managers and appointed positions! These members help our officers on projects throughout the year.

First up is our Social Media Manager, Allison Candelario!
Allison is a junior in Biochemistry and Public Heath.

When asked what her favorite memory was, Allison said, “Being able to bond with my probate class during our probationary semester and later when becoming members.”

Thank you for all you do, Allison!

Next is one of our First Aid Room Managers, Erin Masters!

Erin is a junior in Chemical Engineering.

When asked about her favorite memory, Erin stated, “Seeing Metallica play Enter Sandman live in Lane Stadium,” was her favorite memory.

Thank you for all you do, Erin!

Our other First Aid Room Manager is Alexis Sherlaw. Alexis also holds the Station Maintenance Manager and Secretary positions!

Alexis is a sophomore studying Clinical Neuroscience.

When asked about her favorite memory, Alexis said that, “Playing guess the song on night duty’” was her favorite memory.

Thank you for all you do, Alexis!

Next up is our Standby Coordinator Sophie Bourgeois!

Sophie is a sophomore studying Economics and Spanish.

Sophie said her favorite squad memory was, “Watching the sunset and eating Cafe Mekong.”

Thank you for all you do, Sophie!

The next appointed position is our Director of Special Projects, held by Leah Vance!

Leah is a senior majoring in Biology.

Leah said her favorite memory was, “When we got free chicken tenders after a football game.”

Thank you for all you do, Leah!

Next is our Special Operations Manager, Yash Divyansh!

Yash is a sophomore majoring in Public Health.

When asked about his favorite memory Yash said, “Being so busy me and my crew were running calls all night long. You’re always in a position here to make a difference in someone’s life, no matter how big or small.”

Thank you for all you do Yash!

Cole K***z is our CPR Coordinator!

Cole is a junior majoring in Exercise Sciences.

When asked what his favorite memory was, Cole said, “Watching the sunset from a hilltop while eating Cafe Mekong.”

Thank you for all you do, Cole!

We’re excited to introduce our Member at Large, Eve Clemans. Eve is a junior studying Biomedical Engineering. We asked E...
09/08/2026

We’re excited to introduce our Member at Large, Eve Clemans. Eve is a junior studying Biomedical Engineering.

We asked Eve what her favorite squad memory is. Eve stated, “staying at Lane Stadium until 2am for training while it was snowing.”

Thank you for all you do, Eve!

We’re excited to introduce our Membership Officer, Harshal Lobana. Harshal is a junior studying Clinical Neuroscience.We...
09/08/2026

We’re excited to introduce our Membership Officer, Harshal Lobana. Harshal is a junior studying Clinical Neuroscience.

We asked Harshal what her favorite squad memory is. Harshal stated, “sitting courtside watching the Hokies win basketball games,” had to be her most exciting memory from rescue.

Thank you for all you do, Harshal!

Next, we’re excited to introduce our Public Outreach Officer, Daisy Truss. Daisy is a senior studying Management Consult...
09/08/2026

Next, we’re excited to introduce our Public Outreach Officer, Daisy Truss. Daisy is a senior studying Management Consulting, and Analytics & Public Health.

We asked Daisy what her favorite squad memory is. Daisy stated, “Watching Harry Potter for the first time during break duty.“

Thank you for all you do, Daisy!

We’re excited to introduce our Parlimentarian, Owen Ambrose. Owen is a junior studying Biochemistry with a minor in Span...
09/08/2026

We’re excited to introduce our Parlimentarian, Owen Ambrose. Owen is a junior studying Biochemistry with a minor in Spanish.

We asked Owen what his favorite squad memory is. Owen stated, “play NHL 15 with Basem.” had to be a highlight of his time on the squad so far.

Thank you for all you do, Owen!

We’re excited to introduce our Training Officer, Bri Howard. Bri is a Senior studying Human Nutrition, Foods, and Excerc...
09/08/2026

We’re excited to introduce our Training Officer, Bri Howard. Bri is a Senior studying Human Nutrition, Foods, and Excercise and minoring in Public Health.

We asked Bri what her favorite squad memory is. Bri stated, “all the people this agency has brought me. I wouldn’t be who I am today without VTRS.”

Thank you for all you do, Bri!

We’re excited to introduce our Personnel Officer, Julia Thoe. Julia is a junior studying Clinical Neuroscience and Psych...
09/06/2026

We’re excited to introduce our Personnel Officer, Julia Thoe. Julia is a junior studying Clinical Neuroscience and Psychology, with a minor in Adaptive Brain & Behavior.

We asked Julia what her favorite squad memory is. Julia stated, “ sitting courtside watching the Hokies win basketball games,” had to be her most exciting memory from rescue.

Thank you for all you do, Julia!

Next, we’re excited to introduce our Equipment Officer, Eva Choberka. Eva is a senior studying Biomedical Engineering.We...
09/06/2026

Next, we’re excited to introduce our Equipment Officer, Eva Choberka. Eva is a senior studying Biomedical Engineering.

We asked Eva what her favorite squad memory is. Eva said, “Going to waffle house in the morning after running calls all night and watching the sunrise at the gravel patch with my crew,” includes only some of her fondest memories at VT Rescue.

Thank you for all you do, Eva!

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