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Samaneh Oladi’s new book is “Women, Faith and Family: Reclaiming Gender Justice through Religious Activism.” (Photo contributed by Samaneh Oladi Ghadikolaei)

Women’s faith and activism in Iran offer a lesson in using religious tradition to promote gender justice, VCU author says

Oct. 29, 2024

In her new book ‘Women, Faith, and Family,’ religious studies professor Samaneh Oladi reveals advocacy and strategies that challenge Western perspectives.

VCU to celebrate 14 notable alumni at biennial Alumni Stars event

Oct. 28, 2024

Honorees will be recognized at a Nov. 15 event at the Science Museum of Virginia.

cRam Session: Seeing, Playing, Deciding – This is Math?

Oct. 28, 2024

3 questions, 2 minutes, 1 lesson with Andy Bristow, whose course explores a number of intriguing angles – from board games to the ballot box.

Hope Ward’s work as a professional actor has inspired her research as a Ph.D. student at VCU. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

How I found my research: Hope Ward studies paths to more equitable actor training programs

Oct. 23, 2024

Ward, a Ph.D. student, actor and director, finds inspiration in theater but also recognizes where it needs closer study and a commitment to marked improvement.

From left: Sesha Joi Moon, Chuck Richardson, Shawn Utsey, Stephanie Rizzi and Christopher Brooks during the recent “Restoration and DEI: Where are We Now?” panel discussion at VCU. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Panelists assess historical shadows and modern perspectives on DEI and restorative justice

Oct. 22, 2024

The discussion, offered by VCU’s Project Gabriel and Common Book program, highlights personal connections and broad-based insights.

Harriet Kung, Ph.D., acting director of the Office of Science at the U.S. Department of Energy, detailed emerging technologies that support clean energy during a speech at VCU. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Clean energy, technology and economics shape a promising but challenging landscape, federal leader says

Oct. 21, 2024

Harriet Kung of the Department of Energy’s Office of Science highlights VCU’s Institute for Sustainable Energy and Environment symposium.

A dream two decades in the making: VCU alum Alysha Morgan is ready for her Broadway debut. (Photo by Ted Ely)

With Broadway debut, VCU alum Alysha Morgan is dancing into a childhood dream

Oct. 18, 2024

The 2016 graduate is part of the cast bringing ‘A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical’ to the world-renowned theater district.

New listing of the world’s most-cited scientists includes 11 VCU faculty who rank in the top 50 of their fields

Oct. 17, 2024

The 2024 Stanford Elsevier report highlights the top 2% globally, and VCU’s broad presence reflects its expanding research portfolio.

In race and gender, Kamala Harris charts a historic and challenging course, VCU professor says

Oct. 16, 2024

Jatia Wrighten, who researches Black women in politics, shares insight into the presidential nominee’s unique political landscape.

Ka Un Lao, Ph.D., an assistant professor in VCU’s Department of Chemistry, is one of four spring 2025 winners of ACS COMP’s Outstanding Junior Faculty Award. (Photo contributed by Ka Un Lao)

Chemistry professor Ka Un Lao becomes first to earn three prestigious awards from American Chemical Society

Oct. 16, 2024

Lao’s most recent honor, the junior faculty award, recognizes his work in computational chemistry, which could propel molecular design and drug development.