Office of the Provost

VCU's September academic report spotlights new global partnerships, faculty honors, and strategic data initiatives. From onboarding wins to IRDS’s call for collaborators, it’s a snapshot of progress and possibility.

A welcome message from the VCU Provost celebrating the start of the 2025 academic year, highlighting new interdisciplinary initiatives, student success strategies, and the university’s enduring culture of care.

Welcome to Fall 2025! 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.

“The pain of parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again.”— Charles Dickens, Nicholas Nickleby Returning to VCU after more than a decade, I feel both heartened and energized — by how much has changed, and by what remains steadfast at the community’s core. There’s no denying the transformation. Since I was last here, […]

Dear colleagues, It is truly a privilege to return to VCU, an institution that holds a special place in my heart and a community I am proud to call home again.  I carry fond memories of my previous time as provost here, and I am honored to once again work alongside you as interim provost […]

Dear VCU Community, On my last day as your Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the remarkable journey we have shared. Together, we have achieved extraordinary milestones that have significantly enhanced VCU’s academic landscape and its student experience. Celebrating Our Achievements One VCU Academic […]

The Office of the Provost is thrilled to announce the recipients of the Expanding Networks of Expert Scholars initiative for the 2025 academic year. This program, designed to foster national and international scholarly networks, is a cornerstone of our commitment to academic excellence and collaboration and the culture of care that we maintain for VCU […]

Dear VCU Community, I am pleased to announce that I am appointing Kathleen Rudasill, Ph.D., as the interim senior vice provost for faculty affairs, effective May 20, 2025. Dr. Rudasill brings a wealth of experience and an impressive record of leadership to this role, and I am confident that she will foster excellence and collaboration […]

I write to announce the transition of Mangala Subramaniam, Ph.D., from her role as senior vice provost for faculty affairs back to the faculty, effective May 31. Dr. Subramaniam has been an invaluable member of our leadership team, and her contributions have left an indelible mark on our institution. During her two-and-a-half-year tenure, Dr. Subramaniam […]

Message from the Provost Dear Colleagues, In just a few days, I’ll have the opportunity to brag about you. Again. In what I expect to be my last presentation as provost to VCU’s Board of Visitors, I will have the opportunity to update the members on all we have accomplished in the past year on […]