Complete the First Destination Survey for May 2019 Graduation!
Congratulations to all Class of 2019 families on your student’s upcoming graduation from Virginia Commonwealth University! The VCU First Destination Survey is live on Handshake at VCU and we need your student to fill it out! We want to hear about their next steps after graduation and the path they took to get here. Their […]
Crosswalk Safety on VCU’s Campuses
The following message was sent out to students, faculty and staff across both the Monroe Park and MCV campuses earlier this week. The safety of all commuters, cyclists and pedestrians is important in both of our campus communities, and VCU Cheif of Police John Venuti recommended the following safety tips: To the VCU and VCU […]
One VCU Master Plan
On Friday, March 22 the Virginia Commonwealth University Board of Visitors approved the ONE VCU master plan, which will guide the development of both the Monroe Park and MCV campuses. VCU began working with Ayers Saint Gross, and architectural, planning and design firm in September 2017 to develop the plan. The plan — the product of […]
VCU Police Expanded Jurisdiction
Earlier this week, VCU Police announced the approved expansion of their department’s shared jurisdiction with the Richmond Police Department in the city’s downtown area. While this expansion doesn’t change the layout or geography of our campuses, it does allow VCU Police to work more closely with community members downtown, and to respond to incidents in […]
Expressive Activities on Campus
Virginia Commonwealth University supports free speech on campus and we want to create a culture of respect and civility. This is a message we shared with your students this semester. Please take moment to review the information about expressive activity on campus and our list of frequently asked questions. The Dean of Students office is available throughout the […]
2019-2020 Housing Dates and Deadlines
Has your student thought about where they are going to live next year? There are several options and resources both on-and-off campus your student can take advantage of to find a place. Students interested in living on-campus next year will need to fill out a housing application for the Fall 2019-Spring 2020 academic year. Housing […]
Updated Hall Closures for Fall 2018 Semester due to Inclement Weather
Brandt, Cabaniss, Johnson, Honors, and Rhoads Due to inclement weather affecting the exam schedule, Brandt, Cabaniss, Johnson, Honors, and Rhoads halls have been rescheduled to close Thursday, Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. These halls will reopen Friday, Jan. 11 at 10 a.m. Please review the revised final exam schedule, so that you may best plan your […]
Weather Updates
This semester the university experienced a number of inclement weather situations necessitating decisions regarding staying open or closing. Both Hurricane Florence and Michael brought their own unique challenges when assessing their potential impact for Virginia and the Richmond area. The university employs a group of strategic leaders to assess current and predicted conditions based on […]
Sign up for the VCU Alumni Families List
If your Ram is about to graduate this spring or has already graduated, we have a different listserv for you to be a part of! The VCU Alumni Families listserv will provide you with information about how alumni and their families can engage with VCU after graduation through opportunities like Homecoming, VCU Alumni Month, etc. […]
Voting Information for Students
Get out the vote! With the gubernatorial election less than a month away, there is still time for your student to get involved in the electoral process. We hope you will encourage your students to exercise their right to vote on Election Day. The voter registration deadline in Virginia is Monday, Oct. 16. Students can […]