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The College of Humanities and Sciences is not an ordinary educational enterprise. We are the foundation of educational and intellectual life at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Our goal is not just the education, but also the transformation of the students who move through their experiences here with our encouragement to explore opportunities they may have never imagined, and providing them the tools to pursue these opportunities.

Our students represent the world at large; many are the first in their families to attend college. From our humble beginnings we have advanced to a place of distinction in American education.

We are not an ivory tower, quiet and removed from our surroundings. We were born and bred in a city and we are immersed in its energy.

We transform lives in an urban environment that is both nurturing and challenging. We are the VCU College of Humanities and Sciences. Together, we make it real.

Get to know Ashley Jones: Fun facts and more

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VCU Alumni expanded its team this past fall with the addition of a new role: the alumni engagement officer. With six AEOs onboard, they’re now busy planning and executing dynamic programming for VCU’s colleges and schools, all geared toward boosting alumni involvement and support.

Ashley Jones, director of alumni engagement for the College of Humanities and Sciences, gives us a glimpse into who she is beyond her CV.

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Alum and Donor News

VCU alum Kam Black is a content creator on the social media team at EA Sports and has worked on two of the video game developer’s top titles: Madden NFL and EA Sports College Football. (Contributed photo)

Jan. 9, 2025

In the merging of sports, video and social media, VCU alum Kam Black is a top player

The Robertson School master’s graduate brings creative flair to familiar platforms, including notable games from EA Sports.

VCU alums Vivian Shields and Carolyn Bishop both hold positions in the C-suite of Commonwealth Savers (formerly Virginia529). (Photos courtesy of Commonwealth Savers)

Jan. 7, 2025

In the C-suite at Commonwealth Savers, Carolyn Bishop and Vivian Shields invest their Ram pride

The two executives credit their VCU student experiences for laying the foundations of their success

Melanie Cruz’s advocacy mindset is being framed in part by serving as a Virginia Management Fellow, which allows her to complete three eight-month rotations at state agencies. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Dec. 18, 2024

Class of 2024: With a master’s in public health, Melanie Cruz looks to serve diverse communities

VCU faculty and travel opportunities helped shape the two-time graduate, who is serving as a Virginia Management Fellow.