Alum and Donor News
VCU alum Kevin Powers takes on murder mystery in new book ‘A Line in the Sand’
Sept. 20, 2023
The National Book Award finalist, who earned an English degree in 2008, reflects on his writing journey, the legacy of war and advice for VCU writers.
A heartwarming tribute emerges in VCU's new STEM Building - 817WF
Sept. 11, 2023
Dr. Mike Hunnicutt honors longtime VCU chemistry professor, administrator Dr. Sally Hunnicutt, with named spaces in new STEM Building - 817WF
VCU alum Kai Frazier brings the world to students through virtual field trips
Aug. 31, 2023
Combining her background in teaching and museum work, 2008 history graduate broadens access for youths to immerse themselves in life-changing learning.
With the health of athletes in his hands, VCU alum Jerome Reid is an NFL star outside the spotlight
Aug. 9, 2023
Senior trainer for the Philadelphia Eagles followed a path of perseverance to reach the pros.
‘The Guardians of Process’
July 7, 2023
A now somewhat-forgotten president created America’s professional civil service in 1883 and, by extension, modern U.S. government. Since then, civil servants have flourished and grown more and more necessary, all in the face of never-ending aspersions.
South of the (Virginia) border, VCU alum Keith Rogers Jr. takes the lead as city manager
July 3, 2023
With two VCU degrees, a decade in Richmond government and a stint in N.Va., Rogers is now leading Rocky Mount, North Carolina.
From surf, turf and sky, NASA and VCU’s Rice Rivers Center deliver an immersive summer experience for undergraduates
June 29, 2023
In its inaugural session on the East Coast, the environmental research program taps VCU expertise and facilities to give 22 students from across the nation a hands-on role in high-level work.
In support of young scholars, author David Baldacci connects VCU, libraries, Richmond and how communities can change
June 6, 2023
Renowned novelist and VCU alum returns to campus for 10th anniversary fundraiser at Cabell Library.
20 years after the establishment of the African American studies major at VCU, a look back at the program’s history and impact
May 30, 2023
Since its origins more than five decades ago, the program has developed into a ‘hub for Black intellectual thought.’
11 VCU students, recent alums and staff receive Fulbright awards for 2023-24
May 2, 2023
In earning one of the country’s top scholarships, they will spread out across the globe to teach English, conduct research, pursue creative projects and study for graduate degrees.