Volunteer Leadership Resources

The work of the VMI Alumni Association could not be accomplished if not for the efforts of our unbelievable volunteer leaders. Here you will find a number of resources that will equip you to serve VMI in a volunteer capacity.

Whether you are a prospective chapter president looking for guidance on how to start a new chapter, a tenured chapter president looking to improve your chapter, an alumnus or alumna volunteering in support of admissions or just looking for different ways to get involved with VMI Alumni Association initiatives in your area, this page is meant to help you.

If you have any questions about any of the resources available on this page, please contact us in Moody Hall.

Submit Your Event

In order for us to add your event to our calendar and send out an email about it, use this form to submit information.

Don’t have all the details yet? That’s not a problem. Submit what you have, and we can help send out a save-the-date communication while all the specifics are coming together.
Submit My Event

Chapter Leader Resources

All links below are downloadable PDFs.

Chapter President Handbook: See detailed information on procedures and general operations for chapter presidents.

Chapter Start-Up Guide: Thinking about starting your own chapter? Here’s where to start.

Setting Up Events: Learn how the Alumni Association can help you set up and get the word out about your chapter event.

Class Agent Resources

Class Agent Handbook: See detailed information on procedures and general operations for class agents.

Email Your Class: Access the email system so you can send your class an email. Your VMI Ranks login is required.

Alumni Volunteer Recruiting Resources

Advantages and Overview: See the major advantages of a VMI education.

At a Glance: See a one-sheet preview of the VMI college experience.

Class of 2029 Profile: A by-the-numbers breakdown of the most recent VMI class.

Financial Aid: Get a brief overview of the financial aid process.

Majors and Minors: Learn more about all of the majors, minors and concentrations available to cadets.

Parent Overview: Discover what makes the VMI experience unique.

Recruiters Guide & Training Manual: Find out how to properly recruit new cadets.

ROTC at VMI: Read about one of the leading ROTC programs in the United States.

Women at VMI: Read more about life as a female cadet.

Viewbook: Take a look inside the VMI Viewbook.

Want to learn more?

If you have questions about hosting a chapter event or alumni volunteer recruiting, contact Brandon Bissell ’98 or Alexis Gonzalez ’25.

  • Brandon Bissell

    Brandon Bissell '98 Chief Operating Officer, VMI Alumni Association

    The Chief Operating Officer of the VMI Alumni Association is responsible for the direction of a comprehensive self‐governed Alumni Association of nearly 26,000. The COO reports to the Chief Executive Officer of the VMI Alumni Agencies and also supports the President of the VMI Alumni Association Board of Directors. Responsibilities include formulation of the policies, goals, objectives, programs, and procedures of the Association. The COO provides oversight of Association programs and staff to ensure they meet the goals and objectives of the Association’s strategic plan.

    Email Brandon 800-444-1839 x250
    Alexis Gonzalez

    Alexis Gonzalez '25 Director of Alumni Engagement

    The director coordinates and directs the planning and implementation of strategies, programs, and projects that increase alumni chapter engagement, participation, and involvement with the Institute and the VMI Alumni Association.

    Email Alexis 800-444-1839 x204