Maya Angelou
The world lost an influential and inspirational voice in Maya Angelou, who died today. The Associated Press called her a Renaissance woman in her obituary published today in the Richmond Times-Dispatch, noting her literary success as well as singing, acting, dancing and teaching. The story of her life and the writings she has bestowed upon […]
Provost search update
After careful consideration, I have decided to launch a new search for provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at the beginning of the academic year. I sincerely thank the provost search committee members for their unselfish and excellent work over the past few months that will serve as invaluable input when the […]
On the rise: A vibrant culture needs a robust infrastructure
At Virginia Commonwealth University, we have a vibrant, dynamic culture that fuels the collaborative spirit. Every success story inspires creative expression, spurs inquiry and discovery and invokes pride. Three years ago, we set forward on our Quest for Distinction to become the nation’s premier urban, public research university. We have made progress in so many […]
Remembering VCU President Emeritus Edmund F. Ackell
Virginia Commonwealth University would not be the major public research institution it is today without the leadership and vision of its third president, Edmund F. Ackell. President Emeritus Ackell died at his home in California on Friday. The VCU community extends sympathy to his wife, Judith Fox, and the Ackell family. We honor a great […]
Statement on the tragic balloon crash
On behalf of the VCU community, I want to send our deepest condolences to the members of the University of Richmond community as they grieve the loss of Ginny Doyle and Natalie Lewis from the tragic balloon crash on May 9 in Caroline County, Virginia. An event such as this weighs heavy on the hearts […]
Board of Visitors approves 2014-15 budget
The Virginia Commonwealth University Board of Visitors has approved a budget for 2014-15 that includes a modest 3.5 percent tuition increase, a new $25-per-semester library fee and no increase in the mandatory university fees. The budget will allocate our resources to align with the university’s strategic plan, Quest for Distinction, which emphasizes academic quality and […]
