Check out a case study of a sociology graduate who works in social planning. Her job includes ‘writing, research, facilitation, and working with the community.’ She works with community members in group settings and to develop local strategies. https://t.co/cufze37Xrp #sociology
Save the Date: 2027 Region 2 & 3 Conference
We’re excited to announce that the 2027 Region 2 & Region 3 Conference will be held:
- Norfolk Marriott Waterside — Norfolk, Virginia
- March 16–18, 2027
NACADA’s new Definition of and Scope of Practice for Academic Advising establishes the purpose, impact, and expertise of advising while supporting a more consistent, student-centered future for the profession.
Explore the new framework: https://t.co/WO3pff9qmT
Thinking about going for a first or professional degree while working at VCU, and wondering how much VCU's tuition benefit will cover? This new interactive guide helps employees determine eligibility and navigate the process. Check it out at https://t.co/gJPZD4vQLq
NOTICE: RamSafe will be running regular hours tonight, with RamsXpress service resuming tomorrow morning. Stay safe, Rams! 🐏❄️
#vcuparking#headsuprams#vcu
VCU will operate virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 27 with remote learning. VCU Health inpatient hospitals are open as the area recovers from a winter storm. Read the full alert at https://t.co/bAgVGSKcoY
FYI - @usedgov is ending 7 basic needs grants within the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education to fund AI, accreditation reform, civil discourse, and other Administration priorities. See @hope4college statement for details
Canvas for VCU went offline around 9 a.m. on Monday after a network of data centers in Northern Virginia run by Amazon Web Services experienced widespread outages — knocking out thousands of apps and websites.
https://t.co/3ylwaunCzQ
Trump’s Layoffs Gut Office of Postsecondary Ed
College-access advocates say that TRIO and other student support services will face major disruptions as a result. https://t.co/pL3BREYVZh
A new sensory room for neurodivergent students opened in Cabell Library this semester. The room was converted from a storage space and features a variety of tools for students to tailor it to their individual needs.
https://t.co/r0ZLpx4rkR
Virginians will have the opportunity to vote on Nov. 4 for their next governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and House of Delegates members as the 2025 statewide election approaches.
https://t.co/Zw4Meb3D5y
The Department of Education published an electronic announcement on Monday explaining how the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will impact #PellGrant eligibility and updates to the Student Aid Index (SAI) calculation beginning with the 2026-27 #FAFSA cycle: https://t.co/PeKlJj8lmo
👀 We are looking for a videography assistant to help bring the Wilder School's content to the next level! Applicants must be enrolled at VCU and have federal work study 🎥
Apply now by searching Job ##10012517 on Handshake!
Bookmark & Brainstorm: Advisors Chat About "Crafting Your Why" Tues 6/10, 2pm EST
Join us for an engaging session about helping students articulate their "why." More info in comments. Zoom access link will be on the NACADA Advising Communities website 15 mins before the event.
The City of Richmond has issued a Boil Water Advisory. Do NOT drink water from the water fountains or sinks in the residence halls, and check your @VCU email for specific guidance. Monitor https://t.co/XfJjbi7LUz for updates and visit https://t.co/srNi9U1dbv for more information.