Office of the Provost

In this issue: VCU expands credit‑bearing internships, highlights major research events, announces Arturo Saavedra as provost, celebrates faculty achievements, and promotes upcoming academic programs, conferences, and resources supporting student success and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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.