Office of the Provost

All faculty are invited to attend Virginia Commonwealth University's Commencement on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10 a.m., at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Your presence helps provide closure for our students, celebrates your shared victories, and shows the strength of our VCU community. 

This month, as we host the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) — the largest of its kind — we shine a national spotlight on what sets our university apart: a deep commitment to undergraduate research that drives real-world impact. With more than 400 VCU students presenting alongside faculty and peer mentors, NCUR reflects not just the scale of our work, but the outcomes it delivers — graduates ready to lead, innovate and solve meaningful problems from day one.

Dear faculty colleagues,  The open comment period for the updated post tenure review policy is now open and will close on April 24, 2026.  Please provide your feedback on the draft policy. Thank you, Office of the Provost

Virginia Commonwealth University faculty are invited to apply for new team planning grants designed to catalyze cross-disciplinary collaboration through VCU Convergence. VCU Convergence brings together faculty, students and partners from across the university to address complex societal challenges that cannot be solved by a single discipline. The deadline to submit proposals is April 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. EST

Faculty, staff and industry experts recently gathered to help shape VCU’s AI future at the Convergence AI Accelerator Workshop. The event explored AI applications across business, data science, education and healthcare. The workshop highlighted the potential for AI to transform multiple sectors while maintaining an ethical and responsible approach. 

VCU’s Day of Service highlights the power of faculty and staff giving back by using Community Service Leave to support the communities that support us. When: March 19, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM VCU’s Day of Service brings together students, faculty, staff, and alumni to partner with community organizations across the Greater Richmond region. […]

Our professors are at the heart of VCU's commitment to transform our students’ lives and ensure their success as well as advance knowledge and creative expression.  Thank you for taking the time to consider nominating your colleagues for the University’s Distinguished Faculty Awards Program.

Guidance covering VCU’s requirements for faculty office hours, outlining expectations for modality, frequency, accessibility, and oversight to ensure students receive consistent, equitable opportunities for support across all courses.

Dear Colleagues: After an exemplary career in higher education, Dr. Irene M. H. Herold, dean of the VCU Libraries and University Librarian, has announced her decision to retire, effective August 1, 2026.    Since joining VCU in 2021, Dr. Herold has led a high‑performing team dedicated to advancing student and faculty success. Her accomplishments include expanding […]

Join Virginia Commonwealth University as we honor the life, legacy, and enduring vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through an evening of dialogue, reflection, and artistic expression centered on the power of thriving communities. Events run January 19-23, with a keynote celebration on January 22.