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Alumni Stars 2024

The biennial Alumni Stars ceremony was held Nov. 15 to recognize the achievements of 14 of VCU’s most notable alumni.

Homecoming 2023

From painting the streets with pride to fun and games at The Park RVA and the All-alumni Block Party, Homecoming 203 was one for the books.

Homecoming 2021

Alumni, friends and students celebrated Homecoming 2021 fun, spirit and excitement on campus, in the Stu and virtually.

2021 10 Under 10

Ten alumni who earned their first VCU degree within the past 10 years were honored at this annual awards ceremony for their noteworthy and distinctive achievements.  

VCU Alumni Pitch Competition

Did you miss the excitement of the second annual VCU Alumni Pitch Competition? Watch this year’s event, as five finalists pitched their business ventures virtually to a panel of judges for a chance to win funding, resources and the ultimate title: 2020 VCU Alumni Pitch Competition champion.

Alumni Pitch Competition 2019

The inaugural Pitch Competition on Nov. 9, 2019, brought a standing room–only crowd to hear alumni pitch thier products, services and companies to a panel of judges.

Homecoming: STAT 10th Anniversary Dinner

Current and past STAT executive board and leadership council members celebrated 10 years of one of the largest student organizations on campus.  

Homecoming: Student-Alumni Service Project

Alumni and students joined together Nov. 9 to pack dental hygiene kits for local schools.

Homecoming 2019: Hoops and Scoops

Alumni came together Nov. 8 to celebrate Homecoming at the VCU Institute for Contemporary Art.

2019 Alumni Stars

Winners of the 2019 Alumni Stars represent the best of art, media, business, science, education, service and health care and reflect the brilliance of the university.

2019 10 Under 10

Ten alumni who earned their first VCU degree within the past 10 years were honored at this annual awards ceremony for their noteworthy and distinctive achievements.

Seattle Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Seattle area enjoyed a special event Nov. 1 at Honest Biscuits that reconnected them with each other and their alma mater.

St. Louis Alumni Tour

Alumni in the St. Louis, Missouri, area enjoyed a variety of events that engaged and reconnected them with each other and their alma mater.

Philadelphia Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Philadelphia area enjoyed a variety of events that engaged and reconnected them with each other and their alma mater.

2019 Alumni Charity Challenge

Alumni chapters from many universities came out to Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond, Virginia on September 18 and raised 151,291 pounds of food for the local Richmond community.

Charlottesville Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Charlottesville, Virginia area enjoyed a variety of events that engaged and reconnected them with each other and their alma mater.

Alumni-owned Business Series

Alumni gathered June 15 Urban Hang Suite in Richmond, Virginia, to discuss the state of underrepresented alumni business owners.

Academic Chapter River Cleanup

VCU Alumni's academic chapters came together Saturday, June 8, to help clean up Belle Isle in Richmond, Virginia.  

DMV Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia areas enjoyed a variety of events May 28-June 3 that engaged and reconnected them with their alma mater.

Alumni Emeriti Society Spring 2019 Commencement

Alumni who graduated from MCV, RPI or VCU in 1969 or earlier joined us May 11 for Commencement.  

2019 Monroe Scholars Book and Author Luncheon

Alumni enjoyed an afternoon with award-winning author Lee Smith at the ninth annual Monroe Scholars Book and Author Luncheon on May 1.

2019 VCU Alumni and Community Bike Ride

The VCU Alumni Riding Rams and VCU Recreational Sports came together April 27 for the annual alumni and community bike ride.

Tag Day 2019

Students Today Alumni Tomorrow celebrated the inaugural Tag Day on April 24 by "tagging" campus buildings and spaces that have been impacted by private giving.

Dallas Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Dallas area enjoyed a variety of events April 13-16 that reconnected them with one another and their alma mater.  

Until We Meet Again: Breakfast and Fellowship Program

The AAAC ended Reunion Weekend April 7 by remembering classmates who are no longer with us.

Epic Night of Art at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

On Saturday, April 6, alumni celebrated the 30th anniversary of the AAAC and the 45th anniversaries of the Theta Rho Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and the Eta Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

AAAC Old School/New School Block Party

Classmates, friends, family and Rams of all ages came out April 6 for a Reunion block party.

Mentoring Circle Mocktail Party 2019

The Mentoring Circle held Saturday, April 6, connected current VCU African-American undergraduate students with VCU African-American alumni who share common professional aspirations and interests.

AAAC President’s Reception

This special reception April 5 honored former AAAC presidents who helped establish the foundation of the organization.

50-Year Grand Alumni Society Induction Brunch

Deans and alumni from each school helped to induct the 50-year Class of 1969 into the Grand Alumni Society on Sunday, April 7.

50-Year Memorial Service

On Sunday, April 7, we honored deceased alumni from the Class of 1969 as well as St. Philip alumnae.

School of Medicine Reunion 2019

Check out photos from the School of Medicine 2019 Reunion Weekend, April 5-7.

School of Dentistry Reunion 2019

Check out photos from the School of Dentistry 2019 Reunion Weekend, April 5-7.

School of Nursing Reunion 2019

The School of Nursing Reunion Weekend, April 5-7, welcomed back classes ending in 4 and 9, St. Philip alumnae and grand alumni.

VCU Libraries Memories Lunch and Walking Tour 2019

Alumni reminisced April 5 at the Health Sciences Library followed by a tour of the medical campus.

MCV Campus Block Party 2019

Alumni relaxed and enjoyed live music, a boxed lunch and cold brew at the MCV Campus Block Party on April 6.

MCVAA President's Reception

MCVAA board President Ellen Byrne, D.D.S., Ph.D. (B.S.'77/P; D.D.S.'83/D; Cert.'91/D; Ph.D.'91/M) welcomed alumni from all schools back to campus April 6.

A-10 tournament pregame reception

Alumni and fans turned out strong for the March 15 A-10 tournament pregame reception at Barclays Center's 40/40 Club to rally for the Rams before their game against Rhode Island.

NYC Alumni Tour: “Today” with Rodney

Ram fans and alumni made a March 15 appearance on the "Today" show.  

NYC Alumni Tour: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour

Alumni toured the the National September 11 Memorial Museum on March 14.  

NYC Alumni Tour: City Links - Simulated Golf With the Pros

Alumni played virtual golf March 13 with Charlie Howe (M.S.'07/E), championship director for the 2020 U.S. Open.

NYC Alumni Tour: Inside the Industry: The Future of Fashion

Michael Fisher (B.A.’02/A), vice president of creative at Fashion Snoops, spoke to alumni and staff March 13 about upcoming fashion trends.

NYC Alumni Tour: Curious, Unusual and Extraordinary: Meet and Greet With VCU Alumni Author

Alumni and friends came out March 13 to hear alumnus Michael Hearst (B.M.'95/A) speak on his series of children's books at The Powerhouse Arena.

Atlanta Alumni Tour: Watch Party - VCU vs. St. Louis

Alumni gathered at Big Sky Buckhead Feb. 26 to cheer for the Rams in their 71-65 win over St. Louis University.  

Atlanta Alumni Tour: Evening Reception with VCU

Atlanta-area alumni gathered Feb. 25 at Park Bar to spend the evening socializing with fellow alumni and VCU leadership.  

Atlanta Alumni Tour: VCU Day at the Aquarium

Alumni explored the world-famous Georgia Aquarium and its newly reopened Cold Water Quest exhibit Sunday, Feb. 24.

Atlanta Alumni Tour: Atlanta Alumni Brunch

Alumni in Atlanta came together for a delicious brunch at Whiskey Bird.

Atlanta Alumni Tour: The Secret Sauce - Behind the Scenes at Chick-fil-A

Alumni enjoyed an exclusive backstage tour of the Chick-fil-A headquarters where they learned about the company's fascinating history and culture.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Hollywood Hills Sunset Hike

Alumni enjoyed a 3-mile hike Feb. 9 through Griffith Park to see a side-angle view of the Hollywood sign and the scenic Santa Monica Mountains.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Basketball Brunch Watch Party

Alumni cheered Feb. 9 for the Rams' 85-55 win over A-10 rival St. Bonaventure.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Skyspace Experience

A Feb. 8 guided tour of OUE Skyspace Los Angeles took alumni to the top of California’s tallest observation deck.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Inside the Industry: Media, Arts and Entertainment

An alumni panel composed of creative directors, senior editors and animators, fashion designers and actors shared the secret to their success at a Feb. 7 Q&A at CBS Studio Center.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Inside the Industry: Media, Arts and Entertainment Video

Alumni panelists share insider secrets to success in the media, arts and entertainment industry.

Los Angeles Alumni Tour: Warner Bros. Studio Tour

On Feb. 7, alumni enjoyed a private behind-the-scenes tour of Warner Bros. Studio in Burbank, California. 

San Francisco Alumni Tour: Inside the Industry - Agents of Innovation

Alumni from Google, Apple and tech startups spoke Feb. 5 at a panel discussion at Los Altos Tasting Room.

San Francisco Alumni Tour: Inside the Industry - Agents of Innovation Video

In a Feb. 5 panel discussion at Los Altos Tasting Room, alumni innovators shared how they are shaping the future of technology and innovation in Silicon Valley.

San Francisco Alumni Tour: Bayside Breakfast with President Rao

VCU President Michael Rao, Ph.D., joined alumni for breakfast at McCormick and Kuleto’s.

San Francisco Alumni Tour: Barcade Networking Night with VCU

Emporium SF provided the backdrop for an alumni networking night Feb. 4. 

San Francisco Alumni Tour: VCU vs. George Mason Watch Party

Ram fans turned out Feb. 2 at Fishbowl Bar and Grill to watch VCU defeat George Mason 79-63.

Orlando Alumni Tour

Alumni in the Orlando, Florida, area enjoyed a variety of events Jan. 21-25 that reconnected them with one another and their alma mater.

Richmond Alumni Tour: VCU Alumni Family Day at Cabell Library

Cabell Library played host Jan. 18 to families who came out to enjoy a variety of children's activities, including reading with Rodney the Ram.

Richmond Alumni Tour: VCU Alumni Continuing Medical Education Lecture

Two VCU professors spoke Jan. 15 to shed light on varying aspects of the opioid crisis.

Richmond Alumni Tour: Student Welcome Back

Alumni, faculty and staff welcomed students back to campus Jan. 14 for the first day of classes.

Richmond Alumni Tour: Arts Industry Networking Night

Richmond-area alumni working in arts and design made connections Jan. 10 at Well Art Gallery.

Richmond Alumni Tour: Celebrate ELEVATE

Steam Bell Beer Works in Midlothian, Virginia, played host to an alumni celebration that included food from LowCo Eatery and live music from The Soul Proprietors. 

Richmond Alumni Tour: Alumni-owned Business Networking Night

Alumni business owners gathered Jan. 10 at Triple Crossing Beer - Fulton to network.

Fall 2018 Ring Ceremony

Students received their class rings Nov. 29 at a ceremony shared with family and friends.

2018 10 Under 10 Awards

Ten alumni who earned their first VCU degree within the past 10 years were honored at this annual awards ceremony for their noteworthy and distinctive achievements.

2018 Alumni Volunteer Service Awards

 Alumni volunteers were honored at an Oct. 19 ceremony for their leadership, service and commitment to the university.