Apply now for the 2022 VCU Alumni Pitch Competition
Have a product or a business idea that’s ready for a kick-start? Apply for the fourth annual VCU Alumni Pitch Competition to vie for a cash prize and invaluable resources to help make your venture a reality. To enter, create and submit a 60-second pitch video that outlines your entrepreneurial concept, service or product. All […]
Welcome, from the AAAC president
Welcome to the VCU African American Alumni Council web page. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as president for the 2022-24 term. As president, I will continue to ensure that we are known as one of the best alumni groups at Virginia Commonwealth University as well as align our goals with VCU […]
Summertime fun in RVA
Nothing beats summer in Richmond: nights at The Diamond, rooftop happy hours, picnics in the park. The opportunities for summertime fun are endless. Get together with your fellow Rams to experience all of this and more. VCU Alumni has a full calendar of events to help you make the most of your summer here in […]
Alumni spotlight: Terri Williams
Terri Williams (B.S.’80/E; M.Ed.’07/E) spent her career teaching in central Virginia in the Richmond, Dinwiddie, Hanover and Henrico school systems. She relocated to Virginia Beach when she retired in recent years, and although she continues to substitute teach with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, her favorite pastime is spent with her two grandchildren. What’s the […]
Alumni spotlight: Dominique Wormley
Dominique Wormley (B.S.’15/B), a senior IT project manager at Jacobs, a consultancy located in northern Virginia, stays busy outside of his 9-to-5 job. He recently launched a candle business, Dom Suede, and is a member of VCU Alumni’s Recent Graduate Council, where he helps plan alumni events in the near- and long-term future. Speaking of […]
Summer send-offs welcome VCU’s newest students
Join the VCU Office of Alumni Relations, VCU New Student and Family Orientation and Family Council for our summer send-offs to welcome incoming new VCU students to the Ramily. Alumni, family and friends are invited to celebrate the Class of 2026. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and beverages. All events are free to attend. RSVP now! […]
Let’s get together!
Get to know Rams in your area, from recent grads to seasoned alumni, at VCU Alumni’s Social in the City events. This is a great way to grow your Ram network in a fun and relaxed environment. Learn more about joining a local alumni chapter, the perks available through VCU Alumni and more. Cost is […]
DEI recognition for alumni programs
The Office of Development and Alumni Relations has been recognized for its diversity and inclusion efforts, with several programs receiving awards. Black Alumni Owned Business Directory 2021 CASE District III AwardsBronze 2021 Virginia Public Relations AwardsAward of Excellence Before June 2020, the VCU Office of Alumni Relations had long-term plans to develop a directory of […]
Alumni profile: Austin Edwards
After graduating from VCU, Austin Edwards (B.S.’15/H&S) moved to Atlanta and partnered with a fellow classmate to create Manila Nine Three, a creative content agency specializing in videography, photography and graphic design for high-profile clients and celebrities. Although Edwards studied psychology, he says his major has served him well as an entrepreneur. “My psych skill […]
Alumni spotlight: Ike Smith
Ike Smith (B.A.’10/GPA), a project manager for PwC in Washington, D.C., started his volunteer service as president of the VCU Alumni DMV Chapter and has transitioned to a member of the VCU Alumni Council “to provide a voice for the alumni chapters and support the greater VCU alumni community.” What have been your favorite chapter […]