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Always a marine; always a Hokie

Seth Bagbey served four years of active duty in the Marine Corps, then became a full-time undergraduate who completed his degree in May.

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Seth Bagbey at 2024 CNRE graduation

Paul Winistorfer, dean of CNRE, addressed the graduates and audience at the 2024 graduation where he asked military veterans to stand and be recognized. Seth Baggy (standing) was among the graduates who had the honor to say he served prior to his time at Virginia Tech. — Paul Winistorfer, dean of CNRE, addressed attendees of the 2024 graduation where he asked military veterans to stand and be recognized. Seth Bagbey (standing) was among the graduates who had the honor to say he served prior to his time at Virginia Tech.

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