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20 years after the establishment of the African American studies major at VCU, a look back at the program’s history and impact
May 30, 2023
Since its origins more than five decades ago, the program has developed into a ‘hub for Black intellectual thought.’
With graphic novel ‘Shakti,’ SJ Sindu shares ‘the kind of story that I wanted to have’ as a child
May 26, 2023
VCU creative writing professor blends Tamil mythology from native Sri Lanka, manga inspirations from childhood, LGBTQIA+ narratives and life lessons on emotions and bullying for middle-grade readers.
From the heart, VCU student group promotes Latinx health equity
May 24, 2023
Collective Corazón’s efforts include a spring symposium that spotlighted professionals and inspired aspiring practitioners.
VCU history professor Ryan Smith to explore ‘Liberty and Death in St. John’s Churchyard’ on May 25
May 22, 2023
Smith’s lecture will draw from his most recent book “Death and Rebirth in a Southern City: Richmond’s Historic Cemeteries.”
VCU award winners are Keeping it REAL in research, community engagement and global education
May 22, 2023
Projects that highlight relevant, experiential and applied learning touch on cancer treatment, youth exposure to science and cultural expansion.
Healing with a headset: Virtual Reality shows promise in treating substance use disorders
May 19, 2023
VCU psychologist will present clinical trial findings to Congress on June 7.
In their words: Crossing the finish line
May 19, 2023
In a series of short videos, three new VCU graduates capture their thoughts and emotions in the weeks leading up to commencement.
Two VCU students selected as fellows for Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes
May 17, 2023
Nonso Akunwafor, a freshman studying urban and regional studies, and Vishnu Alavala, a freshman studying biology, will go abroad this summer as part of the program.
10 projects awarded funding from the VCU Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Fund
May 16, 2023
The fund awarded nearly $100,000 this year to faculty for research projects related to the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Mo Alie-Cox shares the value of hard work and belief in yourself at VCU’s commencement
May 13, 2023
“The satisfaction and happiness that you get from knowing you put the work in to achieve something and it actually happens is second to none,” Alie-Cox told graduates.