Office of the Provost

For Baobao Song, Ph.D., the research she conducts has a personal connection. When Song was in high school in China, she and her grandmother, who raised Song, moved into a new apartment.  Some time went by, and Song’s grandmother grew ill and eventually died of blood cancer. It was discovered that one major contributing factor […]

This story was originally reported and written by Grant Heston with VCU News. Arturo Saavedra, M.D., Ph.D., has been appointed executive vice president and provost at Virginia Commonwealth University after serving in the role on an interim basis since December 2025. The Board of Visitors will officially consider the appointment at its meeting later this […]

Dear colleagues: As you likely know, VCU is seeking feedback on updates to our post-tenure review policy. I encourage everyone to take part in the open comment period, which is underway. Please visit the post tenure review policy webpage to learn more and be sure to share your thoughts by the April 24 deadline. This […]

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. 

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

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.

Welcome to Spring 2026! This essential guide for VCU faculty outlines the top 12 things to know before classes begin—from syllabus prep and academic policies to Gen AI guidelines, health protocols, and professional development opportunities. Start the semester informed, empowered, and ready to support student success.

VCU faculty must ensure all digital course materials meet DOJ accessibility standards by April 24, 2026. This article includes details and resources to support compliance efforts.

The December 2025 Monthly Academic Report spotlights VCU’s Board of Visitors approving new Promotion & Tenure policies, a milestone shaped by extensive faculty input. Provost Beverly Warren reflects on faculty resilience, COACHE survey learnings, and her return “home” to VCU, while celebrating NIRA and inaugural EPIA award recipients. Additional highlights include Olivia Landry’s new book, Steven Lindauer’s retirement, pedestrian safety initiatives, AI Ready RVA partnership, global engagement programs, and upcoming faculty learning opportunities.