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VCU appoints Monica Swahn dean of School of Public Health

Swahn comes to VCU from Kennesaw State University where she served as dean and professor of Wellstar College of Health and Human Services.

Research & discovery

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VCU research remains strong, growing – and ‘above all’ impactful, VP Rao says in annual address

Student success

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Class of 2025: Sunny Makwana emerges from his shell in the School of Pharmacy

Research & discovery

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Inspired in his youth, undergraduate Jeremy Lopez goes with the flow in engineering

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In New York City, billboard rat-vertising from VCU Brandcenter students captures the spotlight

The Ads for Rats team put its best foot forward – actually, 13 inches – to creatively find a big audience at a not-so-big height.

Student success

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Class of 2025: Nathalie Santis seeks to build on experiences and connections made at New York Fashion Week

Student success

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Class of 2025: Father and daughter Jason and Laila Hendricks relish their family ties – and family time – on campus

Research & discovery

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America’s smallest falcon captures the interest and insight of undergraduate researcher Kaylynn Breland

Student success

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How I found my research: Abby Bressette seeks a richer understanding of the natural world

Research & discovery

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The van Gogh masterpiece ‘The Starry Night’ is more art than science, researchers report

Health & medicine

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‘It feels real’: Simulation training provides safe and realistic environment for learners