VCU and Dominion Energy Forge Pathways in Engineering Education
In a landscape where innovation meets industry demand, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Dominion Energy have cultivated a partnership that not only enriches educational opportunities but also fuels the future of engineering talent in Virginia.
Career Services at VCU College of Engineering earns Handshake Career Spark Award for third consecutive year
Virginia Commonwealth University’s continued recognition underscores the collective efforts of the VCU’s three career centers and their commitment to delivering high-quality guidance, data-informed services and meaningful employer connections.
Anuradha Godavarty, Ph.D., joins the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the VCU College of Engineering
Her research in optical imaging positions VCU Engineering to become a significant contributor to medical device research.
VCU AIChE Chapter Named an Outstanding Student Chapter for 2024–2025
This award marks the first time the university has earned this national distinction and places VCU Engineering in the top 10% of more than four hundred student chapters.
Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering professor John Speich, Ph.D., advances bladder biomechanics research through collaboration with VCU School of Medicine
25 years ago, Speich had never even heard of neurourology and urodynamics. Today, he has 19 articles published in the journal of the same name.
Mechanical & nuclear engineering student awarded Online Masters College Graduate Scholarship
Jocelyn Alvarez will use the support to pursue a Master’s of Science in Engineering Management at the VCU College of Engineering.
VCU innovators create device to mimic real blood flow to surgical training simulations
VCU researchers have developed a reciprocating diaphragm pump that mimics realistic, pulsatile blood flow. This innovation enhances surgical simulations by reacting to trauma scenarios, ultimately improving training for surgeons and military medics.
At VCU, impactful innovation follows multiple paths
Here is how researchers turn inventions into ventures — and why industry and government are taking notice.
Class of 2025: Curiosity and a commitment to support propel Carlos Blank
In earning his Ph.D. from the College of Engineering, with research into biomedical applications, he builds on his mindset of serving others.
Attention, casual athletes: Ready for a Pickup?
Three recent Virginia Commonwealth University alums have merged their own experience, as well as their College of Engineering skills, into Pickup: Connect & Play Sports, a year-old app that facilitates game time for the casual player.
