Lauren Barakey, a Virginia Beach native and 2024 Virginia Tech alum, is known to friends and teammates for her strength, determination, and kindness.
Her family confirmed that she is “seriously ill” and facing a “long and challenging road to recovery,” according to posts shared by loved ones and a GoFundMe campaign launched this week.
The former Hokies swimmer, who graduated in May with a degree in human development, was remembered by Virginia Tech Swimming and Diving as “one of the most authentic and energetic teammates” whose presence will be “missed dearly,” after her graduation…