Spring Fever: Balancing Work and Play
The sun is shining, birds are chirping and the weather is getting warmer every day. We sprang forward with daylight saving time and spring semester is quickly passing. Warmer weather means planning more outdoor activities on campus and around Richmond. Places like Belle Isle and Maymont come to life again in the spring and are […]
Tax Season
Tax season is in full swing and the deadline to file is fast approaching! Did your student work during the previous tax year or have any investments? Now is a good time to talk to your student about whether or not to file a tax return. Here are some tips to pass along if your […]
Roommates or Rivals?
The end of the semester can be enjoyable, but also a stressful time. Finals are approaching along with end-of-the-year move out and summer vacation. When stress is in the air, the little quirks each person has can become a little more unbearable for a roommate. Here are some tips to share with your student about how to […]
Summer Break
We may have just had a snowstorm, but summertime is not that far away. Now is a great time to be thinking about what options your student would like to explore during these warmer months. Summer Studies VCU offers a robust course schedule during the summer semester, giving lots of options to students. Summer classes are […]
Cold and Flu Season
The winter season can often lead to higher incidents of cold and flu for many of our students. Here are a few tips to share with your students to help keep them healthy during the winter months and some information about where they can go if they do get sick. Flu Vaccines Available It’s not […]
Inclement Weather at VCU
The winter months in Richmond can offer variable weather patterns and severe winter storms that may impact classes and campus closures for our students and staff. Parents and family members can find information about emergencies and campus alerts through a variety of resources. For the most up-to-date online information on inclement weather that may affect […]
Surviving Midterms
Advice from Lynanne Yndestad, Director of New Student and Family Programs Your student may be preparing for one of the most stressful times of the semester –midterms! Many professors give exams or have students complete group projects or writing assignments during the month of October since it is the midpoint of the semester. Below are […]
Shifting Gears: Adjusting to Life in College
Advice from Lynanne Yndestad, Director of New Student and Family Programs By now, many you may have received at least one phone call or text message from your student asking for help or advice. The transition to college life can be a tricky one and I would like to share a few tips for helping your student as […]
UCI Road World Championships at VCU
Virginia Commonwealth University has a front row seat to the UCI Road World Championships, cycling’s pinnacle event with race courses running through and around its campuses, Sept. 19-27, 2015. Below is important information to help your VCU student plan accordingly. Help your student plan Reading days for all undergraduate classes have been scheduled for September 19-27, 2015 so that […]
Ready for Spring Move-Out?
Get your boxes and tape ready; spring move-out is just around the corner! All 9-month halls will officially close Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. Residents are required to leave within 24 hours of their last final exam, or by 10:00 a.m on May 9, whichever happens first. Students should make travel arrangements to ensure they […]