About Us
Founded more than 40 years ago, the Astronomy Club at Virginia Tech has long provided a home for those who share a passion for the stars. In the years following COVID-19, the club faced challenges and saw a decline in membership and leadership. Today, that story is changing.
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With the support of new and returning members, ACVT is rebuilding and growing once again. Beginning in Spring 2026, the club is officially back and ready to create new opportunities for learning, exploration, and community under the night sky.
Meetings
The next general body meeting will be announced soon. Be sure to watch our socials for updates and details.
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Meetings are open to everyone, whether or not you are a Virginia Tech student and regardless of your field of study. If you have an interest in astronomy, you are always welcome to join us.
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In addition, we will also host bi-weekly stargazing sessions, weather permitting. For the latest updates and scheduling information, be sure to follow our socials.
Membership
ACVT is a general interest astronomy club, so no experience or academic background is required for membership. Any person with an interest in astronomy is eligible to become a member.
Annual dues of fifteen dollars are collected in the fall semester. Members joining in the spring or who will only be present for one semester will only be required to pay ten dollars. In addition, members can pay an additional ten dollars for a custom ACVT t-shirt. See the Club Constitution and By-laws for more information. We accept cash payments made in person for dues as well as sending dues to our Venmo account @AstroClubVT. Both methods require your email and name for our records.
To be added to the club email list, please contact the webmaster.
Outreach
Outreach events within and for the Blacksburg community are often held on campus, at the observatory (when operational), and off campus by club members whenever the opportunity arises. Events have been held with local high schools, middle school students, and local residents.
Nicholas R. Anderson
Nick Anderson, 2014-2015 ACVT President, passed away on December 22, 2015.
Nick's contributions to the club were invaluable. He shared his passion for and knowledge of astronomy with club members and non-club members alike by orchestrating the sidewalk astronomy events, giving Starry Night presentations at meetings, coordinating the famous "Pluto Smackdown!", keeping the meetings lively and so much more. He was also a good friend to many of us and there are no words to express how much we will all miss him.
Rest in Peace Nick Anderson. We'll look for you among the stars.