Michael Rao, Ph.D.

President of Virginia Commonwealth University. Cementing @VCU’s place among the nation’s premier urban, public research universities.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Thank you as always to our coaches and welcome to our new @VCUWBB coach, Coach Chelsea Banbury! We're so happy to have you on our team. #LetsGoVCU

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

VCU's student-athletes excel thanks in large part to @VCUAthletics's incredible coaches and support staff who work tirelessly to ensure that our student-athletes have the wholistic support they need to balance their demanding schedules.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Feeling very fortunate to have met so many incoming students at @vcu's move-in this weekend! Hope to see everyone today at New Student Convocation, followed by the Ram Spirit Walk and Monroe Park block party.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

These facilities represent a shared commitment to advancing Virginia's health and innovation economy. We are profoundly grateful for the support from the state, which will ensure that VCU remains at the forefront of discovery and care for all Virginians. https://t.co/KHe0csDJUa

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Today, the VA General Assembly approved a state budget that includes funding for VCU to acquire the Altria Center for Research and Technology and to construct a new @VCUdentistry building. Gov. Spanberger is expected to sign the budget imminently, ahead of the new fiscal year.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

I'm so proud that @vcu has been ranked in the top 20% of global universities by @usnews for the second year in a row! Learn more at https://t.co/CvdcSlQDBu

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

To our newest @VCU grads, I know that the world will try to give you a script to follow, but I hope if you learned one thing during your time here, it's that you have the freedom to write your own story. The world needs more of what you have to offer. 🐏

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Congratulations to @VCU Board of Visitors member C.J. Sailor for being recognized as a One Hundred Men of Color Virginia honoree! C.J. is a value-driven leader who creates real impact and inspires others. We're lucky to have him as part of the #VCU community!

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Congratulations to @VCU poet, author, and @VCUCHS assistant professor Edgar Kunz on being named a Guggenheim fellow! These fellowships support scholars and artists to pursue independent work—for Edgar, this involves continuing to work on his latest book. https://t.co/nSsLx6NsKt

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

VCU Giving Day is here! Whether we're supporting student success, spearheading research that changes the world, or saving lives at our health system, @vcu is committed to building a better future for all people.

Give today and make a difference at https://t.co/YmCtpHbwo0.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

@usnews ranked 18 @vcu programs in the top 50 of their fields, including VCUarts ranking no. 2 among graduate schools.

These rankings are a result of our excellent faculty, staff, and students, who I know are some of the best in the world. More at https://t.co/Vy3rtTmgb6

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

The students of Ram Racing are doing truly great work over at @vcumakers. In May, this team is bringing a Formula-style race car to competition for the first time in seven years. It's admirable how much time, dedication, and collaboration it's taken to get to this point.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

And last but certainly not least, I'd like to share my gratitude for #VCURamNation. From our regular season, to the A10 Conference, to March Madness, you were with us every single step of the way. Your support means the world. Here's to many more unforgettable seasons!

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

To @vcu_hoops and everyone who makes this program possible: Thank you for making all of @VCU so proud. If there's one thing we proved out there, it's that Rams never give up.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

A special shoutout to Elizabeth for her great work setting up incredible events for hundreds of @vcualumni and friends to enjoy in Greenville.

[VCU Basketball @VCU_Hoops]

Our guy.

VCU's Martelli Jr. agrees to contract extension.

🗒️ https://t.co/EjDqILmrIP

#LetsGoVCU

[VCU Basketball @VCU_Hoops]

Chapel Hill-ed 🐏

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Bringing the madness to March! Monica and I couldn't be prouder of @vcu_hoops for their incredible resilience and heart. They really showed the world what it means to be a VCU Ram. Make sure you tune into @VCU vs. Illinois tomorrow - this team is unmissable.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Thank you to everyone who travelled to Pittsburgh to support @VCU_Hoops & watch them win the @A10MBB championship! I got to catch up with so many special people who make #VCURamNation what it is, including many not pictuerd here. Now let's get rowdy for March Madness! #LetsGoVCU

[VCU Alumni @vcualumni]

We’re headed to Greenville, S.C. 🙂‍↕️🏀 Meet us at Yee-Haw Brewing Co. at 4:30 p.m. to pregame before the Rams take on the North Carolina Tar Heels. Food and swag available while supplies last, plus a cash bar. All fans are welcome; registration REQUIRED: https://t.co/CnRTFvZ71B