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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.
VCU senior found a French connection at study abroad fair
Aug. 30, 2023
Public relations major Frances Burson spent a month in Lyon this summer learning about international human rights through a different cultural lens.
Physics professor Shiv Khanna retiring after 39 years at VCU and discoveries that have changed science
Aug. 25, 2023
Renowned for his groundbreaking work on superatoms, Khanna says teaching and inspiring students has been central to his legacy.
VCU forensic science professor hopes a better THC breathalyzer will increase road safety
Aug. 25, 2023
Emanuele Alves, Ph.D., is developing a device that could offer results within minutes and reduce false positives.
Joseph Reiner appointed chair of the Department of Physics
Aug. 24, 2023
Joseph Reiner, Ph.D. is a professor of physics who specializes in experimental biophysics and nanoscience.
Busy trip to East Africa finally brings study abroad dream to fruition for VCU undergrad
Aug. 24, 2023
As a teaching assistant for the program on development and democracy, international studies major Ailita Whalen helped lead fellow students to five countries.
$271 million in record-breaking donor support for VCU changes lives of students, patients
Aug. 24, 2023
This achievement marks the third consecutive year of unprecedented donor support and the biggest fundraising year in the history of the university and its health system.
First undergraduate McNair Scholars at VCU use summer research program to propel doctoral dreams
Aug. 23, 2023
Recent federal grant promotes graduate studies for underrepresented students, and their interests cover a range of disciplines.
VCU’s Shift Retail Lab wins Fast Company’s Innovation by Design Award
Aug. 22, 2023
Part of the da Vinci Center, the lab supports students and local businesses while reimagining how entrepreneurship is taught.
How will the Hollywood strike end? VCU sociology professor and union expert shares what history tells us.
Aug. 21, 2023
Streaming services and AI may be the new battlegrounds for actors, writers and studios, but echoes from the 1960 and 1980 picket lines are familiar and strong, says Victor Tan Chen.