Call for Nominations for VCU’s Distinguished Faculty Awards
Dear Colleagues, Virginia Commonwealth University is Virginia’s premier urban, public research university. This is due, in no small part, to the talent and dedication of our faculty members who excel as teachers, researchers, creative scholars, and clinicians, and distinguish themselves in scholarship and service every day. Our faculty serve as models of excellence who embody […]
At VCU, it’s always Heart Month
As our nation celebrates Heart Month this February, I think of the remarkable work around cardiovascular disease that occurs every day at VCU. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in America among both women and men, accounting for almost a quarter of all deaths. More than 70 million Americans live with the effects […]
How we “Make it real”
A few days ago, I had lunch with a group of remarkable entrepreneurs. These creative minds had started companies that engineer life-saving medical devices; grow and distribute healthier foods; create beautiful and original fashion; promote safe, effective and sustainable ride sharing; and more. These entrepreneurs were brilliant and passionate, and I left this lunch moved […]