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Micah White, who is working toward his Ph.D. in counseling psychology, said, “I always try to approach my research by thinking about practicality, future impact and why anyone should care.” (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

How I found my research: Micah White examines the intersection of social media and African American identity

Jan. 30, 2025

White, a VCU alum and counseling psychology Ph.D. student, is committed to conducting research that will make an impact beyond academia and benefit his community.

In December, members of the VCU community organized a clinic to provide free vaccinations to uninsured residents. (Getty Images)

At free clinic, Latinx students at VCU promote good health and community

Jan. 29, 2025

The event at Richmond’s Sacred Heart Center reflects ‘an exceptional demonstration’ of care and outreach, one of its leaders says.

Fourth-year biology major and track and field star Guðru´n Hallgrímsdóttir is hoping to step onto the Olympic stage. (VCU Athletics)

VCU track and field All-American has come a great distance – and throws one, too

Jan. 28, 2025

Hammer in hand, Iceland native Guðru´n Hallgrímsdóttir competes on the world stage and is setting her sights on the Olympics.

Lauren Moncayo, a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, is balancing her scientific education and passion for modeling (Photo by Arda Athman, School of Medicine)

From the lab to the runway: Ph.D. candidate finds confidence through research

Jan. 24, 2025

Graduate student Lauren Moncayo said pursuing a doctorate has made her reevaluate other goals she considered ‘out of reach,’ like becoming a model.

Daniel Morales, an assistant professor of history, examines the creation of transnational migratory networks across Mexico and the United States in the 20th century in his new book. (Photos contributed by Daniel Morales)

VCU author investigates U.S.-Mexico migration in the early 20th century – and its enduring legacy

Jan. 23, 2025

In his new book, history professor Daniel Morales examines how large-scale movement became rooted in both countries’ socioeconomic fabric.

Ka Un Lao, Ph.D., is the first recipient at VCU to receive CAREER award recognition from the NSF’s Chemical Theory, Models and Computational Methods Program. (Contributed image)

Chemist Ka Un Lao receives prestigious National Science Foundation honor for early career faculty

Jan. 22, 2025

The CAREER award recognizes his innovative research that could boost clean energy and other fields.

VCU student Danielle Beale, a certified peer recovery specialist, has worked to bring VCU Rams in Recovery services, such as the free naloxone bike, to area community colleges. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

From a perspective of experience, VCU student Danielle Beale links Rams in Recovery to local community colleges

Jan. 21, 2025

The transfer student who 'messed up a lot' earlier in life is helping extend the program’s benefits.

Fantasy Lozada has received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor given by the federal government to those early in their careers. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

VCU researcher Fantasy Lozada receives early career honor from U.S. government

Jan. 17, 2025

The psychology professor, who is exploring emotional development among African American youth, has been honored with the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.

VCU alum Kam Black is a content creator on the social media team at EA Sports and has worked on two of the video game developer’s top titles: Madden NFL and EA Sports College Football. (Contributed photo)

In the merging of sports, video and social media, VCU alum Kam Black is a top player

Jan. 9, 2025

The Robertson School master’s graduate brings creative flair to familiar platforms, including notable games from EA Sports.

Biology student Naeem Ahmad hopes to pursue a career in the medical field after graduation. (Contributed photo)

Through science, medicine and empathy, junior Naeem Ahmad hopes to serve across borders

Jan. 8, 2025

Influenced by a pre-college experience and VCU’s Diversity P.A.T.H.S. office, the biology major is nurturing his commitment to health care and humanitarianism.