University news
- VCU awarded $2.3 million grant to support Pell-eligible studentsThe funding is part of a state initiative to provide educational and career aid to undergraduates in the federal program.
- VCU introducing minor in AI studies that uses the humanities and sciences as a frameworkStudents can delve into the historical, ethical and critical implications of artificial intelligence.
Student success
- VCU awarded $2.3 million grant to support Pell-eligible studentsThe funding is part of a state initiative to provide educational and career aid to undergraduates in the federal program.
- Luke Johnson wants to prepare for the worstJohnson, a medical student, co-authors a study examining how to train aspiring anesthesiologists – like him – for the daunting prospect of an operating room blackout.
Campus & community
- With VCU ties, Legacy Ruck and Roll is a reminder that war’s impact reaches ‘beyond the battlefield’Saturday’s event has physical and emotional weight: a challenging trek that honors service and sacrifice.
- Enterprise Marketing and Communications at VCU wins multiple Virginia PR awardsVCU Business Services and the MCV Foundation were among the others honored for their work.
Research & discovery
- Luke Johnson wants to prepare for the worstJohnson, a medical student, co-authors a study examining how to train aspiring anesthesiologists – like him – for the daunting prospect of an operating room blackout.
- VCU Center for Drug Discovery realigns to advance innovative therapiesLed by new director Yan Zhang and working with TechTransfer and Ventures, the center aims to commercialize treatments for sickle cell disease, opioid addiction, dementia and other conditions.
Health & medicine
- VCU Center for Drug Discovery realigns to advance innovative therapiesLed by new director Yan Zhang and working with TechTransfer and Ventures, the center aims to commercialize treatments for sickle cell disease, opioid addiction, dementia and other conditions.
- VCU inventors take a big step toward lifesaving therapy for premature infants in respiratory distressThe simple-to-use powder inhaler from Michael Hindle and Worth Longest shows strong test results and moves closer to market.
Arts & culture
- Class of 2025: Nawaf Tamim expands artistic lens and cultural exchange at VCUartsThe kinetic imaging program became a natural extension for the Saudi Arabian student.
- Class of 2025: Fashion designer Franchesca Claros-Chavez finds and shares her styleLeaning into her heritage, she envisions spreading a Latinx look.
Commonwealth Times
- People are paying the price for Richmond’s neglected waterKatie Meeker, Opinions and Humor Editor Maya Sunderraj, Assistant Opinions Editor When we read the... The post People are paying the price for Richmond’s neglected water appeared first on The Commonwealth Times.
- Underserved Richmonders express frustration with second water crisisAndrew Kerley, Executive Editor Maeve Bauer, Spectrum Editor Mack Smith said he has never seen... The post Underserved Richmonders express frustration with second water crisis appeared first on The Commonwealth Times.