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As part of our campus culture of responsibility, we strongly encourage all Trojans to get vaccinated to keep our campus open, healthy, and safe.
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Virginia State University fosters sustained excellence as a preeminent public land-grant university, providing access to higher education and a holistic, greater learning experience to produce world-class leaders and scholars.
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According to U.S. News and World Report, VSU places in the top 30 in the category of Best Overall HBCUs for 2022. The annual list examines factors such as retention, alumni giving, faculty resources, graduate indebtedness, and student excellence.
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Headlines and Announcements
VSU to Offer the University’s First Ever Fully Online Four-Year Degree
We are expanding our online program offerings at Virginia State University. Our new programs include a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Hospitality Management, a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing, a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education, a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Administration and Supervision, and a Certification in Homefront Readjustment for the Armed Forces.
VSU Reports Largest Enrollment Increase in a Decade, Despite National Trends of Declining Enrollment
Despite national trends of declining university enrollments, Virginia State University is reporting the largest year-to-year increase in retention and enrollment in more than a decade.
VSU Hires the University First Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Virginia State University is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. A.C. Fowlkes as the Director of the University’s newly established Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. The office will work to promote good relations and practices toward historically marginalized populations and will work within the VSU community to support people who may be subject to discrimination.
White House Taps VSU President for Board Position
The White House has selected Virginia State University President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah to serve on the U.S. President’s Board of Advisors (PBA) on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Board is part of the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Events
Spring 2022 Commencement
Virginia State University Spring 2022 Commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the VSU Multi-Purpose Center. The Ceremony will also be livestreamed on www.vsu.edu
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Mental Health Awareness Walk
We are putting a spotlight on Mental Health and Wellness. Monday, April 11 is our Trojan Wellness Day and Mental Health Awareness Walk. There are no classes. Join us for a day of Mental Health and Wellness activities.
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While we hope you’ll take the time to visit our HBCU college campus in person, our aerial tour is the next best thing.
