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Students and scholars from across the globe come together for Thanksgiving dinner at VCU
Nov. 21, 2024
The annual gathering from the Global Education Office has become its own popular tradition on campus.
In ‘The Bad Corset,’ VCU author Rebecca Gibson translates – and reframes – a medical text that goes beyond a woman’s waist
Nov. 19, 2024
Anthropology professor connects past and present to explore biases and misconceptions that still influence modern health care.
Deep roots and perseverance highlight the Black experience in Appalachia, VCU professor and co-author share
Nov. 18, 2024
In a presentation tied to ‘Tales of Koehler Hollow,’ Christopher A. Brooks and Naomi Hodge-Muse trace a rich tradition in rural Virginia.
A year-end review of students and alums who earned prestigious scholarships through the National Scholarship Office
Nov. 11, 2024
Recipients represent a variety of fields and backgrounds, and their scholarships will provide invaluable opportunities to deepen their studies, gain new perspectives and grow in their fields.
Unique VCU certificate program blends Spanish translation and interpretation with real-world practice
Oct. 31, 2024
The School of World Studies offering builds practical skills and cultural competence to support medical, legal and other realms.
Women’s faith and activism in Iran offer a lesson in using religious tradition to promote gender justice, VCU author says
Oct. 29, 2024
In her new book ‘Women, Faith, and Family,’ religious studies professor Samaneh Oladi reveals advocacy and strategies that challenge Western perspectives.
VCU to celebrate 14 notable alumni at biennial Alumni Stars event
Oct. 28, 2024
Honorees will be recognized at a Nov. 15 event at the Science Museum of Virginia.
Panelists assess historical shadows and modern perspectives on DEI and restorative justice
Oct. 22, 2024
The discussion, offered by VCU’s Project Gabriel and Common Book program, highlights personal connections and broad-based insights.
Author Christopher Brooks looks at two pandemics – HIV and COVID – in latest book
Sept. 30, 2024
Focusing on Kenya, the VCU anthropology professor expands his ongoing exploration.
Nothing ham-handed about this project: VCU helps digitally preserve the last Genuine Smithfield Ham
Sept. 17, 2024
Bernard Means of the Virtual Curation Laboratory and his summer field school students hit the road to scan a serious – and slippery – hunk of Virginia history.