Find the perfect gift
Find something for everyone on your list as you support alumni-owned businesses and creatives. VCU alumni-owned business directoryChoose from more than 400 Ram-owned businesses offering everything from bespoke fashion to holiday decor to lessons from a professional jazz musician. VCUarts Alumni Gift GuideCelebrate the season of giving with unique and artful gifts that showcase the […]
Rams Rock the Vote
Rams are unafraid to be heard and unyielding to the status quo. Your voice matters in every election. Rep VCU while encouraging others to do their part in shaping the future. Pick up your free ‘Rams Rock the Vote’ swag at the location nearest you, while supplies last. Richmond Metro Area 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, […]
Alumni-owned business spotlight: Altimese Curry (B.S.’07)
VCU Alumni is highlighting Ram entrepreneurs in our alumni-owned business directory. Here, Altimese Curry (B.S.’07), owner of social media and public relations agency The Ezer Agency, shares her business advice. What tools helped you the most when you started out? When I went into my business full time, there were three tools that helped me […]
Alumni-owned business spotlight: Elizabeth Kincaid (B.S. ‘08)
VCU Alumni is highlighting Ram entrepreneurs in our alumni-owned business directory. Here, Elizabeth Kincaid (B.S.’08), owner of Richmond-based And Dim Sum, Tarrant’s Cafe, Bar Solita, Tarrant’s West, and RVA Hospitality Group , shares her business advice. What tools helped you the most when you started out?Curiosity and keeping an open mind; being able to talk […]
Alumni Spotlight: Alton Reid (B.S.’13)
Alton Reid is a New York City native who was seeking a new environment for his college experience but still wanted to be close enough to family and friends. After hearing about VCU, he visited; Richmond was a huge change, but was interesting enough for him to choose VCU. He now works as a health […]
Alumni Spotlight: Rosalind Battle Jennings (B.S.’81)
When Rosalind Battle Jennings told her high school guidance counselor how much she loved science, they handed her a brochure for Virginia Commonwealth University. Rosalind excitedly flipped to the courses in the biology department; she knew VCU was the place for her, and she went on to become an award-winning teacher. Now retired, she plays […]
Your future starts now
Calling all students! Start building your network at VCU Link Fest during Weeks of Welcome. VCU Link Fest Ram RoundupNoon-3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27The Compass Sign up for VCU Link, your one-stop shop for connecting with alumni who are ready to support you with career exploration and building your professional network on VCU Link. Virtual […]
Alumni-owned business spotlight: India Wilbourne (B.S.’19)
VCU Alumni is highlighting Ram entrepreneurs in our alumni-owned business directory. Here, India Wilbourne (B.S.’19), owner of Richmond-based Indi Wilb Photography and Photo Booth, shares her business advice. What tools helped you the most when you first started out?Being in the medical field as a scientist and seeing a lot of trauma, I was looking […]
Alumni Spotlight: Recent Grad Council
The Recent Graduate Council is an advisory board of VCU graduates from the past 10 years who develop engagement strategies to help peers connect with one another and the university in new and exciting ways. Meet three members. Stephen Steward Jr. (B.A.’14) Why did you join the Recent Grad Council?I wanted to join the Recent […]
Alumni Owned Business Spotlight: Salisa Nolan (B.S.’20)
VCU Alumni is highlighting Rams in our alumni-owned business directory. Here, Salisa Nolan (B.S.’20), owner of Richmond, Virginia-based Positive Path Wellness Coaching, shares her business advice. What tools helped you the most when you started out? Engagement with business organizations and networking proved invaluable in my entrepreneurial journey. Associations such as the Women’s Business Center, […]