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Our ‘Boots On The Ground’ celebration garnered national and international attention.
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Headlines & Announcements

Virginia State University Selected To Host 2025 Virginia Gubernatorial Debate
The debate will be held on September 16 at the VSU Multi-Purpose Center.

VSU Awarded SCHEV Grant To Boost Artificial Intelligence In Higher Ed
The University will help lead AI education and workforce development initiatives in Virginia’s higher education system.
Virginia State University Chosen As Only HBCU For 2025 NASA Lunabotics Challenge
The VSU Lunabotics team designed, built, and operated a robot capable of performing tasks on the lunar surface.
Spring 2025 Commencement Recap
A full look back at an unforgettable Commencement weekend at Virginia State University.
Virginia State University Goes Viral With More Than Two Million Views For Its "Boots On The Ground" Celebration
The University's dance video continues to spread nationwide and has been featured on a national television program.
Events
Viral VSU Fans Now Available for Purchase
The iconic clacking fans featured in our viral “Boots On The Ground” dance during Spring 2025 Commencement are now available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds supports the VSU Student Tuition Fund. Sale ends June 6, 2025.
VSU Kids' Tech University
VSU will host a Kids' Tech University program on Saturday, June 14. This one-of-a-kind STEM experience is designed to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators. The event is open to children ages 9–12 and their parents or guardians, offering a full day of interactive learning and discovery.
2025 Fall College Collective Career Expo
Mark your calendar. The VSU College Collective Career Expo is set for September 23 at the Multi-Purpose Center. Don’t miss this chance to explore career paths, connect with employers, and take the next step toward your professional and educational goals. Employer and student registration is now open. This free event is open to the public.
Aerial Tour Video
While we hope you’ll take the time to visit our HBCU college campus in person, our aerial tour is the next best thing.
