Alum and Donor News
Three undergraduates and one recent alum earn distinguished awards for international summer study
April 15, 2025
The four, who have ties to the Honors College, will pursue programs related to diplomacy and science.
Meet-a-Ram: History Department alumni honoree was a close call – geographically
April 2, 2025
At the Maggie Walker School near VCU, teacher Sam Ulmschneider is instilling wisdom and winning titles in a national civics program.
Checking in with VCU’s Black history makers
Feb. 26, 2025
For more than four decades, VCU has honored students with Black History in the Making Awards – and here are updates on six accomplished recipients.
Meet-a-Ram: Aimee Selleck makes a mark in, and beyond, VCU Career Services
Feb. 18, 2025
The student employment manager and alum is continuing her own education and service while helping students ‘earn while they learn.’
The legacy of the singular American writer Tom Robbins lives on at VCU
Feb. 12, 2025
The 1959 graduate died this week at age 92, but VCU Libraries is home to his papers, which capture the vibrant voice and irreverent spirit reflected in ‘Even Cowgirls Get the Blues’ and other works.
Unbreakable bonds: Their time at VCU was ‘a real blessing’ for alums Samuel Dobbs and Paige Dossett — even if their first date was a bit of a stretch
Feb. 11, 2025
The couple, who married in 2016, met by chance as students and never looked back.
How I found my research: Micah White examines the intersection of social media and African American identity
Jan. 30, 2025
White, a VCU alum and counseling psychology Ph.D. student, is committed to conducting research that will make an impact beyond academia and benefit his community.
From the lab to the runway: Ph.D. candidate finds confidence through research
Jan. 24, 2025
Graduate student Lauren Moncayo said pursuing a doctorate has made her reevaluate other goals she considered ‘out of reach,’ like becoming a model.
In the merging of sports, video and social media, VCU alum Kam Black is a top player
Jan. 9, 2025
The Robertson School master’s graduate brings creative flair to familiar platforms, including notable games from EA Sports.
In the C-suite at Commonwealth Savers, Carolyn Bishop and Vivian Shields invest their Ram pride
Jan. 7, 2025
The two executives credit their VCU student experiences for laying the foundations of their success