Embracing interdisciplinary learning and “being bold.”
President Rao’s 2026 State of the University demonstrates how Virginia Commonwealth University students are preparing students for an interconnected, ever-changing world. In his 2026 State of the University address, VCU President Michael Rao challenged the university community to anticipate change rather than react to it. He commanded that higher education must evolve alongside the world […]
Alumni reflect on activism at Voices of Change panel
VCU alumni returned to campus to reflect on activism, identity and creative resistance during the “Voices of Change: Stories from Alumni” panel at Virginia Commonwealth University. Held at James Branch Cabell Library and coordinated by Special Collections, the event created space for open dialogue about how student experiences shape lifelong commitments to justice and community […]
