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Virginia State University Achieved 7th-Highest HBCU Endowment In 2023
VSU has surpassed $100 million in endowment funds and exceeds national averages for financial support per student.
From Hardship To Triumph: How Two Fall 2024 Graduates Found Inspiration At Virginia State University
With the support and community at VSU, Jamilla Henderson and Ja'Mari Alexander overcame personal challenges to achieve academic success and remarkable growth.
VSU Trojan Explosion Marching Band To Compete In ESPN’s 2024 National Championship
The band was invited after being ranked as the top Division II HBCU band in the country for the second consecutive year.
VSU Announces Fall 2024 Commencement Speaker And Posthumous Honorary Degree Recipient
The University will welcome CIAA Commissioner Jacqueline McWilliams as Commencement speaker and honor former Athletic Director, the late Peggy Davis, with a posthumous honorary degree.
Virginia State University Awarded Capacity-Building Grant To Expand Internship Opportunities
VSU secures funding from SCHEV and V-TOP to expand paid internships and boost workforce readiness for students.
Virginia State University Achieves History-Making Accreditation For Master Of Social Work Program
VSU is the first HBCU in the nation to offer a CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program specializing in trauma-informed care.
This Giving Tuesday, Make A Greater Impact At VSU
A gift of any size will help support our students.
Virginia State University Announces Felicia Johnson As Interim Athletic Director
Johnson has 17 years of distinguished leadership in college athletic administration.
Board of Visitors Meetings November 14-15, 2024
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet on Thursday and Friday, November 14th and 15th, at The Hilton Norfolk Main Hotel, Second Floor, 100 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA, 23510.
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) Board of Visitors Orientation
On November 12-13, 2024, members of the Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will attend the Annual SCHEV Board Orientation.
Virginia State University Expands Accessible Education Efforts Through New Partnership With Workforce Edge
The partnership will open new career pathways for Workforce Edge employees through access to degree programs at VSU.
Poet Nikki Giovanni To Headline Virginia State University’s Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024) As Artist-In-Residence
The Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium is free and open to the public and will feature a historic lineup of iconic intellectuals and creatives in African American literature.
The Passing of Mrs. Peggy Davis, VSU Associate Vice President for Athletics
Mrs. Davis was a beacon of hope, an inspiring leader, and a champion for our student-athletes, always working to ensure their success in the classroom, in their athletic pursuits, and after graduation.
Virginia State University Response To Vice President Kamala Harris Homecoming Tour
The University addresses speculation about the presidential candidate's presence at Homecoming this Saturday.
Virginia State University Responds To JLARC Report On Viability Risk
VSU addresses the JLARC report that found the University to be at a low level of viability risk.
Accomplished Siblings, VSU Alums, and Former BOV Members To Serve As Homecoming Parade Marshals
The Homecoming Parade is a cherished annual tradition at the University and will return to its full route in 2024.
The VSU Homecoming Gospel Concert To Unite Three HBCU Gospel Choirs In an Unforgettable Event
The University invites its students, faculty, staff, alums, and local gospel fans to witness this powerful musical display guaranteed to set the tone for the rest of Homecoming Week.
VSU Alum Selected To A Top Leadership Position At Nation's Largest Private Scholarship Provider To Students Of Color
The VSU graduate will bring decades of financial expertise to the organization, which provides $100 million yearly in scholarships.
VSU Research To Reveal Impact Of Heat And Air Quality In Local Communities
A University research project using PurpleAir monitors is equipping students with valuable data skills while benefiting the local community.
Highly Anticipated VSU Homecoming Parade To Return To Full Route In 2024
The beloved University tradition will once again bring together students, alumni, and the local community for a festive celebration.
Board of Visitors Meetings September 11-13, 2024
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, September 11th – 13th, in the Gateway Dining & Events Center located on the campus at 2804 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
VSU Earns Third Consecutive "Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader" Recognition
The University continues to be recognized for fostering global opportunities and academic excellence through the Fulbright Program.
VSU Responds To The Passing Of Longtime University Archivist Dr. Lucious Edwards Jr.
Dr. Edwards served as the University's archivist from 1977-2013 and was also an adjunct faculty member.
Welcome Back, Trojans!
VSU President welcomes new and returning students for the Fall 2024 Semester.
University Statement Following On-Campus Shooting On August 14
An official statement from the University following an on-campus shooting that left four injured. None of the injured victims or the two arrested suspects are current VSU students.
Virginia State University Awarded $800,000 From DOD For State-Of-The-Art Lab Equipment
The new equipment will allow VSU faculty and students to conduct groundbreaking research to address some of today’s most pressing technological challenges.
VSU Political Institute Seeks Data From Black Voters
The Black Voter Survey will collect views on current events and politics leading up to the 2024 General Election.
Virginia State University Awarded $3 Million To Establish Research Center For Engineering Students
The center will provide new educational and career opportunities while addressing the underrepresentation of African Americans in the field of Engineering-Computer Science.
Virginia State University Awarded $150,000 Grant To Preserve Time-Honored Alumni House
The funding will help maintain and preserve Azurest South, one of the University's most historic landmarks.
Virginia State University Welcomes Three New Members To Board Of Visitors
The new members were appointed by Governor Glenn Youngkin.
VSU Board Member Dennis L. Via Receives Prestigious Recognition
Via, a retired General working for Booz Allen, was named one of Savoy Magazine's 2024 Most Influential Executives in Corporate America.
Virginia State University Receives High Ranking As A Best Value University For International Students
The ranking is based on the University's commitment to offering high-quality and affordable education to students from different countries.
Virginia State University Earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly School Designation
The recognition is a testament to the University's commitment to supporting military-affiliated students and their families.
VSU Partners With Micron Technology To Promote Diversity In Semiconductor Workforce
The partnership will address the underrepresentation of Blacks/African Americans in the industry and expose VSU students to new opportunities in STEM.
VSU Online Nursing Program Earns National Accreditation
The prestigious achievement is a first in program history and will last through 2028.
Virginia State University's Official Statement On The Presidential Debate
VSU will collaborate with the Commission on Presidential Debates amid uncertain participation from candidates.
Virginia State University To Award An Honorary Degree To The Campus Police Officer Severely Injured In The Line Of Duty
VSU Officer Bruce Foster will receive the degree at Saturday's Commencement.
VSU Names Dr. Tia Minnis As New Provost And Vice President For Academic Affairs
Dr. Minnis has more than 15 years of experience in higher education and has served as the University's interim provost since 2023.
Generations of Achievement: Two VSU Mothers To Graduate Alongside Their Children At Spring Commencement
Tanya McCoy, her son Kevin McCoy Jr., Dr. Arifah Goodwin, and her daughter Erickah Rogers share unique family bonds, academic triumphs, and now the same stage at graduation.
VSU Women's LeadHERship Institute Announces National Conference For Women Leaders At HBCUs
The institute aims to encourage and shape the next generation of women leaders at HBCUs.
Virginia State University Will Hold Two Spring Commencement Ceremonies
The ceremonies will feature esteemed speakers, former Virginia Governor L. Douglas Wilder and Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott.
Board of Visitors Meetings April 25-26, 2024
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet Thursday-Friday, April 25-26, 2024, in the Gateway Dining & Events Center located on the campus at 2804 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
VSU Approved To Offer Master Of Science In Data Analytics
The new degree allows VSU to address the underrepresentation of Blacks/African Americans in the data science community.
VSU To Become First Public HBCU In Virginia To Offer Masters Of Business Administration
The new degree allows VSU to address the underrepresentation of Blacks/African Americans in the business management and leadership profession.
Virginia State University Professor Selected for Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad Program in Tanzania
Dr. Anne-Marie Turnage will depart for the East African country this summer, exploring the innovative ways the area is responding to environmental changes.
VSU Selected As The First HBCU To Host Prestigious High School Robotics Championship
Top high-school robotics teams from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia will compete at VSU for the opportunity to advance to the World Championship.
Board of Visitors Meetings March 22, 2024
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet at 9:00 a.m., Friday March 22, 2024, in the Gateway Dining & Events Center located on the campus at 2804 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan Proposes Bill To Name Petersburg Post Office After VSU's First President
The post office would be renamed the John Mercer Langston Post Office Building if passed.
VSU Women's LeadHERship Institute Announces Inaugural Conference to Empower Women Leaders
The Institute aims to honor Women's History Month by inspiring women to take control of their leadership.
VSU's Presidential Debate Series To Begin With Former White House Executive Headlining Black History Month Program
The speaker, Dr. Meldon Hollis, served in President Jimmy Carter's and Barack Obama's administrations as an advocate for HBCUs.
VSU To Offer Free Courses To Students and Employees To Gain Skills In High-Demand Fields
A Partnership with Coursera will offer marketable credentials to students and employees.
Virginia State University Receives $100,000 Commitment From Newport News Shipbuilding
The donation has established a program for VSU engineering students to receive scholarships and access to career advancement opportunities.
VSU Accounting Students To Provide Free Tax Assistance To Local Residents
The VSU Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program has combined experiential learning with community outreach.
VSU Announces Exciting Lineup of Events Honoring Black History Month
The University is celebrating the diverse heritage of African Americans through a series of engaging speakers and activities.
VSU Officials Meet With EPA Regional Administrator To Bolster Partnership And Educational Opportunities
The meeting focused on expanding student participation in EPA programs and increasing student exposure to environmental science career fields.
Board of Visitors SCHEV Meeting November 14-15
Members of the Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will attend the annual SCHEV Board Member Orientation on November 14-15, 2023.
Board of Visitors Meetings November 16th-17th, 2023
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet Thursday-Friday, November 16-17, 2023, in the Gateway Dining & Events Center located on the campus at 2804 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
VSU To Launch New Undergraduate Degree In Mechanical Engineering
The new program will prepare students for one of the most sought-after engineering careers in the country.
USDA Deputy Secretary Visits VSU As The First Stop On College Tour
The visit underscored the USDA’s commitment to supporting cutting-edge research and providing career opportunities for VSU agriculture majors.
VSU Forms Partnership To Offer Additional Credentials For Students Seeking Jobs In High-Demand Fields
The partnership will benefit VSU students seeking careers in high-demand fields such as healthcare and information technology.
VSU Womens Basketball Ranked 11th In The Nation In Division II
The Lady Trojans hold their highest ranking in program history with an impressive 14-1 record.
VSU Education Majors Gain Valuable Experience By Tutoring Students In Grades K-12
The Partnership with EduTutorVA provides majors with valuable experience while earning field credit hours toward their degrees.
Board of Visitors Meetings February 8, 2024
The Virginia State University (VSU) Board of Visitors will meet Thursday, February 8, 2024, in the Gateway Dining & Events Center located on the campus at 2804 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
