March 2023 Alumni Events
Join us, wherever you are
Mark your calendar to join alumni, parents and families at these upcoming events:
- March 7-12: A-10 tournament events
- March 10: Headshots and Happy Hour: NYC
- March 16: Hampton Roads Chapter Third Thursday Community Service
- March 16: Headshots and Happy Hours: Atlanta
- March 18: Celebrating the Women of VCU Brunch
- March 22: DMV Chapter Wizards vs. Nuggets Game
- March 25: Hampton Roads Chapter Afternoon Tea
For more information about these events, visit our parent and family blog [insert link].
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Grad Fair, March 28-31
Do you have a student graduating? Make sure they know about Grad Fair, March 28-31. There, they can purchase their cap and gown for graduation and learn about resources and services available to them as they graduate. Learn more.
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Sign up your student for Students Today Alumni Tomorrow
STAT is the student organization for your student to meet alumni, celebrate campus traditions and promote philanthropy. It’s only $10 to join, and students get access to experiences of a lifetime.
For more information about STAT, visit our parent and family blog [insert link].
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Connect with the VCU community
Seeking career insight or have expertise to share? VCU Link is the online community that connects students, alumni, parents and families, faculty and staff for sharing career advice and industry contacts and creating meaningful professional relationships.
For more information about VCU Link, visit our parent and family blog [insert link].
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Show your Ram spirit [pair w/ a pic of the T-shirt]
Have you purchased your VCU Proud Parents gear? A portion of your purchase supports the VCU Student Emergency Fund, which provides financial assistance to VCU students who can’t meet immediate, essential expenses because of temporary hardship related to an unexpected situation. Show your Ram spirit and help students in need.
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Join us, wherever you are
Check out these upcoming events offered by VCU Alumni and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates.
March 7-12
A-10 tournament events
Join VCU Alumni and the VCU community for a host of exciting tournament activities. Be one of the first to sign up for the many events that VCU is hosting throughout NYC.
March 10
Headshots and Happy Hour: NYC
Have you had the same LinkedIn headshot since 2020? 2019, even? Let’s update that! Join us March 10 at Black Forest Brooklyn – Fort Greene to pose for a new professional headshot while networking with other NYC Rams. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and an open bar for beer and wine.
March 16
Hampton Roads Chapter Third Thursday Community Service
Join the VCU Alumni Hampton Roads Chapter as we volunteer at the mobile food pantry. Volunteers will help organize and distribute the food. Wear your VCU gear!
March 16
Headshots and Happy Hours: Atlanta
Have you had the same LinkedIn headshot since 2020? 2019, even? Let’s update that! Pose for a new professional headshot with alumni photographer Bee Trofort (B.F.A.’13/A) while networking with ATL Rams. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres-style menu and drinks.
March 18
Celebrating the Women of VCU Brunch
Come together during Women’s History Month for a morning of inspiration and an interactive networking workshop, “Connecting Before Correcting: Embracing Equity for Women,” with justice, equity, diversity and inclusion advocate speaker Fatima Smith (M.S.W.’12/SW). RSVP by March 20 and enjoy brunch, up to two mimosas, a complimentary headshot (a $350 value!) and raffle prizes.
March 22
DMV Chapter Wizards vs. Nuggets Game
Purchase your discounted ticket to watch the Denver Nuggets play the Washington Wizards with fellow Rams.
March 25
Hampton Roads (VA) Chapter Afternoon Tea
Spend the afternoon with area Rams at the The English Rose Tea Room. Cost is $30 and includes two scones with cream and jam, assorted tea sandwiches, assorted sweets, quiche, fall/winter soup and spring/summer salad.
Making connections
Student involvement with STAT
Students Today Alumni Tomorrow, or STAT, is one of VCU’s largest and most active student organizations. STAT has several opportunities for your student this spring:
Join STAT: With a $10 gift to support VCU’s Student Life and Learning Fund, your student can attend and plan the best events on campus, enjoy opportunities to meet alumni and build leadership skills. Make a $10 gift today to join and get a free T-shirt! Follow STAT on Facebook or Instagram for more information.
Connect with the VCU community
Tap into the global VCU community of alumni, students, parents and friends through VCU Link. VCU Link is your link to your VCU network, where you can find:
- A networking directory
- Industry-based networking groups
- Career-related resources
- Mentoring opportunities
VCU Link isn’t just another networking platform — it’s designed specifically for the VCU community, with no extra costs for “premium” services. You and your student already have your VCU experience in common, so no call is a cold call when you already have a foot in the door. Share ideas on discussion boards, explore industry networks and directly email fellow Rams to make meaningful contacts.
Get ready to tap into the power of your network to achieve what’s next! It’s free and only takes a few minutes to sign up.
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