Media Advisory: Virginia Tech community invited to celebrate Growley’s birthday
The Virginia Tech campus community is invited to help Growley celebrate his 6th birthday
What: Growley II, a Labrador retriever, is the canine ambassador for the Corps of Cadets. On Wednesday April 24, he will turn 6 years old and will be the guest of honor at a birthday celebration in front of the Graduate Life Center.
When: April 24, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Graduate Life Center Lawn, 155 Otey St. NW on the Virginia Tech campus
RSVP: None required
Interviews: Cadet Eleanor Franc, the commander of the team of Growley’s handlers, will be available to speak with reporters.
Note: Anyone wishing to attend is welcome, along with a canine companion, should they choose. Organizers will also be collecting old t-shirts and making dog toys for local animal shelters, during the birthday party.
On social media: Follow Growley on Instagram. He's @VTGrowley.
Contact: Bill Foy | 540-998-0288 | fwill55@vt.edu