International recognition for sustainability
VCU ranks No. 23 in the GreenMetric University World Rankings Last month, Universitas Indonesia released its prestigious and influential GreenMetric University World Rankings, which identify a university’s commitment to sustainability and sustainable practices. VCU ranked No. 23 internationally, out of nearly 200 universities. Among the 26 American universities on the list, VCU was No. 10. […]
A new way to travel safely
New RamSafe program debuts on campus Perhaps you have noticed the new “RamSafe” vans on campus, which are part of our continued commitment to a safe and healthy university environment. This shuttle system debuted last month and is designed to help members of the VCU community get home safely after hours. The service to on-campus […]
The effects of sequestration
Looming federal budget cuts may affect VCU Much has been said in the national news about sequestration, a series of cuts to the federal budget that total $1.2 trillion and are scheduled to take effect March 1. These cuts are split between defense and domestic discretionary spending and include dramatic reductions in the budgets of […]
Quest for Distinction
Many thanks to the numerous people at VCU who are advancing the values of the Quest for Distinction strategic plan. I am proud that excellence occurs all over the university, in so many ways. Here are a few examples: Academic excellence Three VCU students have received scholarships through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program […]