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The passing of colleague Erich Damm
Sept. 21, 2023
Dr. Erich Damm was an assistant professor in the Department of Biology.

The passing of colleague David Golumbia
Sept. 21, 2023
Golumbia, an associate professor in the Department of English, was an expert on cyberlibertarianism, bitcoin, blockchain and the logic of computing.
VCU awarded $3 million from the NIH to continue research training of students underrepresented in the sciences
Sept. 21, 2023
Two renewed grants, which support undergraduate and graduate students in pursuing biomedical and behavioral research, highlight VCU’s national standing.
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.
VCU service-learning students offer bilingual support and gain perspective in Becoming Citizens
Sept. 20, 2023
Citizenship class at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture helps forge a path to this year’s ceremony at the Siegel Center.
Loose Parts connects art and play to the serious work of child development
Sept. 20, 2023
Building on an overseas tradition, a VCUarts and humanities team is creating engaging local play spaces where children won’t hear the common refrains “Don’t touch” or “Get down.”
At VCU, nearly 600 people from 85 countries become new U.S. citizens
Sept. 18, 2023
At the Constitution Day ceremony on Monday, American pride was reflected in personal journeys and an embrace of diversity.
Faye Belgrave, Ph.D., is named VCU vice president and chief diversity officer
Sept. 18, 2023
Renowned psychology professor and equity advocate, who joined VCU in 1997, is elevated to new role on Oct 23.
Climate tech startup licenses VCU-created insulation for homes, commercial buildings
Sept. 14, 2023
Aerogel innovation from physics professor Massimo Bertino could power an energy-efficient upgrade from fiberglass and other materials.
Welcome to the Ramily
Sept. 13, 2023
Get to know a few of this year’s roughly 8,000 new students who add to VCU’s diverse and expansive community.