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Philanthropist Inger Rice stands in front of the lodge named in her honor at the Rice Rivers Center in 2017. (File photo)

Inger Rice, whose vision and support helped establish the VCU Rice Rivers Center, dies at 96

May 22, 2026

The Richmond-based philanthropist’s initial gift of 342 acres along the James River has bolstered life sciences education at VCU.

Seeing double: VCU anthropologist Bernard K. Means’ latest project includes 3D-printing his own skull. (Jonathan Haff, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Hit by a cyclist, VCU professor has a 3D brainstorm

May 22, 2026

Bernard K. Means, director of the Virtual Curation Lab, turned his CT scan into a skull model that could offer lots of creative opportunities.

Recent VCU grad Stephen Tivenan aims to use systems modeling and analysis to advocate for the environment. (Jonathan Haff, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Class of 2026: Stephen Tivenan brings AI to climate forecasting

May 21, 2026

With his Ph.D. in systems modeling and analysis, he seeks greater precision and pattern identification in examining our evolving environment.

Neha Veeramalla, a psychology major and business minor, participated in a host of experiential learning opportunities while at VCU, including several research projects. (Contributed image)

Class of 2026: Neha Veeramalla keeps psychology and mentorship at front of mind

May 19, 2026

Veeramalla’s well-rounded undergraduate research experience included studies related to substance use, spinal cord injury patients, and pregnant and postpartum women.

Angela Gates, a Pharm.D. graduate from VCU, matched for a residency at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, where she will focus on ambulatory care and have deep interaction with patients. (Contributed image)

Class of 2026: Pharm.D. graduate and runner Angela Gates knows her courses

May 15, 2026

She earned her second degree from VCU, and her path ahead includes more marathons and a residency with the local VA medical center.

Teaching in the Age of AI: VCU Convenes Faculty, Students, and Partners for Daylong Summit

May 14, 2026

The summit explored how generative artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of classroom innovation and academic integrity.

Evolution may alter or improve the long-term effectiveness of nature-based solutions for urban resilience, new VCU research finds. (Getty Images)

VCU researcher examines nature-based solutions for changing cities – by taking evolution into account

May 14, 2026

Evolutionary geneticist Brian Verrelli usually studies the past. Now, he’s looking to the future as cities adapt to climate change.

The “Humanity of the Heart” mural, located in the VCU School of Medicine’s McGlothlin Medical Education Center, was designed by interior design students in the mOb studiO working in partnership with Richmond artist Hamilton Glass. A new minor at VCU is designed for students with an interest in careers at the intersection of health, nonprofits, public agencies and creative organizations. (File photo)

Students can choose from three new interdisciplinary minors with an arts emphasis this fall

May 13, 2026

Creative technology instruction, public health and the arts, and screenwriting offer fresh options for students majoring in a variety of disciplines.

Zora Weir-Gertzog, who graduated this month with majors in both biology and communication arts, is an accomplished medical illustrator. (Dean Hoffmeyer, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Class of 2026: Aspiring medical illustrator Zora Weir-Gertzog is drawn to art and science

May 10, 2026

At VCU, her two degrees, independent project and broad collaborations reflect longtime creativity and motivation.

Catori Griffin, a May 2026 graduate of the VCU School of Business, has built a presence on LinkedIn where she shares career insights, internship opportunities and lessons she has learned navigating early-career spaces. (Dean Hoffmeyer, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Class of 2026: Marketing major Catori Griffin has had a full plate – and jar

May 8, 2026

The soon-to-be analyst at JPMorganChase has embraced leadership development, undergraduate research and support for fellow minority students.