🍽️ Happening Monday! Have You Registered Yet?
The countdown is on! Our America To Go Vendor Tasting Event is happening this Monday, October 5, and spots are filling quickly. If you missed our original announcement, now is the perfect time to learn more about VCU’s new America To Go e-catalog and the exciting lineup of local catering partners featured at the event. […]
✈️ Announcing VCU’s New Delta Airlines Partnership
We are excited to announce a new corporate agreement with Delta Air Lines, designed to bring exclusive discounts and elevated perks to VCU business travelers. Whether you’re flying domestically for a conference or heading overseas for research, this partnership makes your university travel smoother, more comfortable, and more cost-effective. Exclusive Perks on Your Next Trip […]
Changes to Bank of America (BoA) Login Coming September 30!
The way you access the BoA Works system will change on September 30, 2026. Bank of America is undergoing a platform transformation. All corporate card tools, including BoA Works, will soon be accessed exclusively from Bank of America’s Global Card Access (GCA) website. What this means for you: You will first log into GCA, and […]
Navigating VCU Travel: What You Need to Know About Driving Your Personal Vehicle (Plus a New Mileage Threshold!)
Planning upcoming university travel and wondering whether you should take your own car or book a rental? Virginia Commonwealth University’s Travel Standards and Guidelines are designed to ensure our travel is cost-effective, efficient, and compliant with state and federal regulations. To make your travel planning smoother, we are highlighting the core rules for using a […]
Keeping Purchase Orders on Track When Work Changes
When the Scope or Cost Changes, Update the PO First. Having a purchase order does not mean a vendor has unlimited authorization to continue working. The PO covers the approved scope and amount. If either changes, address the change before the vendor performs the additional work. A common example A PO is issued for $5,000 […]
Savoring the Selection: America To Go Vendor Tasting Event
Finding the right catering for your next department meeting or campus event just got much easier—and a lot more delicious. With the launch of our new America To Go e-catalog, VCU faculty and staff now have streamlined access to a diverse network of approved local restaurants and caterers. To celebrate this new partnership and help […]
Work Started Without a PO? Here’s What to Do
If goods and/or services have already been ordered or a vendor has started work without the required purchase order, contact Procurement Services as soon as you recognize the issue. Do not wait until the invoice arrives to address it. What happens next? When VCU has committed to the delivery and acceptance of goods and services […]
FY27 GSA Per Diem Rates Take Effect October 1
Beginning October 1, 2026, the U.S. General Services Administration’s FY2027 per diem rates will take effect, replacing the current FY2026 rates. VCU follows the GSA per diem schedule for university travel reimbursement and business meal purposes. For most travelers, the transition will be seamless, but there are a few rate changes to be aware of. […]
European Union (EU) Delays Border Checks: What the New Pauses Mean for Your Next Trip to Europe
Despite the official September 6 grace period coming to an end, the European Union has hit the brakes on its massive digital Entry/Exit System (EES). Facing imminent travel chaos, system crashes, and furious pushback from the airline industry, European authorities have quietly granted a reprieve to nine Schengen countries. Which Countries Are Delaying Controls? Nine […]
Need a Ride? Enterprise Offers Free Pickup Service!
If you’ve ever needed to rent a car locally you know the first logistical hurdle: How do I actually get to the rental lot? Before you book a pricey rideshare or haggle with a friend for a ride, remember Enterprise’s long-standing signature perk.: They will pick you up at no extra cost!! How the Pickup […]
