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Announcements

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VSU and Chesterfield County Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. Learn More

President-Elect Joe Biden Nominates Former Virginia State University Dean of Agriculture to Cabinet Position
Former Virginia State University (VSU) Dean of the College of Agriculture, Dr. Jewel (Hairston) Bronaugh has been nominated to serve as the new Deputy Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). Learn More
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News and Headlines

COVID-19 Leads to Innovative Changes to International Engagement at VSU
Virginia State University (VSU) is using innovation to keep its students globally competitive in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021 Spring Forward: The VSU Reopening Plan
Learn more about VSU's 2021 Spring Forward Reopening Plan
President-Elect Joe Biden Nominates Former Virginia State University Dean of Agriculture to Cabinet Position
Former Virginia State University (VSU) Dean of the College of Agriculture, Dr. Jewel (Hairston) Bronaugh has been nominated to serve as the new Deputy Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
VSU Invests $2.8 Million to Make COVID-19 Health and Safety Changes and Upgrades
Former Virginia State University (VSU) Dean of the College of Agriculture, Dr. Jewel (Hairston) Bronaugh has been nominated to serve as the new Deputy Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Events
Fall 2020 Virtual Commencement Ceremony
On Saturday, December 12, another round of dedicated Trojans will graduate from VSU during a virtual commencement ceremony that will begin at 10:00 am. Review our Commencement Guide for additional details.
View Graduation DetailsAerial 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.
