Leadership

A university is like a ship. It takes many hands to make it run smoothly, with a strong captain at the helm to steer it in the right direction. Strong leaders work hard every day to make Virginia State University the thriving higher education institution that it is today.

While the President is like the captain helping to steer the University’s focus, the Board of Visitors is the governing body of Virginia State University. The Board is responsible for appointing the President, establishing tuition and fees, approving the university’s operating budget, and other duties. Dr. Makola M. Abdullah serves as the 14th president of VSU. President Abdullah is advised by members of the President’s Cabinet, comprised of the chief of staff, vice presidents, associate vice presidents, and senior directors.

VSU operates under shared governance principles with faculty, staff, and students represented by the University Council, Faculty Senate, and Student Government Association.

Leadership

Board of Visitors

The Board of Visitors is the governing body for Virginia State University.

Board of Visitors

Office of the President

On February 1, 2016, Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D. became the 14th President of Virginia State University.

Office of the President

VP for Academic Affairs

The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs is the University’s chief academic officer responsible for the administration and advancement of the University’s academic programs and services.

VP for Academic Affairs

Finance and Administration

The Finance Division aims to reflect a service–oriented team approach to supporting Virginia State University’s land grant mission of instruction, research and public service by providing outstanding administrative leadership.

Finance and Administration

VP of the Division of Student Success and Engagement

The Division of Student Success and Engagement is committed to helping students enjoy a rewarding and memorable experience at VSU by developing students in a holistic manner.

VP of the Division of Student Success and Engagement

Institutional Advancement

The Office of Institutional Advancement (IA) purposefully works to build a solid foundation in higher education advancement work.

Institutional Advancement

Shared Governance

The four representative governing bodies of the Shared Governance system are the University Council, the Faculty Senate, the Staff Senate, and the Student Government Association.

Shared Governance

Internal Audit

The mission of Internal Audit is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.

Internal Audit

Employee Degree Attainment Program (EDAP)

Offering tuition assistance for higher education to Virginia State University employees.

Employee Degree Attainment Program (EDAP)

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Leadership

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