Here’s what you need to know about the new COVID-19 strains The U.K. variation is more infectious but likely not more deadly, and vaccination remains the best way to combat all forms of the virus. Read more »
Entry Pass, vaccines, virtual classes: What you need to know as the spring semester approaches VCU’s spring term will look a lot different. Here are key dates and changes to keep in mind. Read more »
A majority of Virginians now say they are very likely to receive the COVID-19 vaccine More than 7 in 10 say they are likely to get a vaccine, according to a new statewide poll conducted by the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs. Read more »
VCU to open spring semester on virtual class schedule The university hopes to resume in-person instruction on or before March 8. Read more »
VCU moves into next phase of vaccine rollout plan Students in the clinical years of their training, in health programs that are involved in patient care and students in patient-facing environments will begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines Jan 12. Read more »
Entry Pass, vaccines, virtual classes: What you need to know as the spring semester approaches 1/15/2021
Entry Pass, vaccines, virtual classes: What you need to know as the spring semester approaches 1/15/2021
Research COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death in the U.S. An article in the Journal of the American Medical Association written by VCU researchers underscores the “calamitous scale” of the pandemic.
Health Here’s what you need to know about the new COVID-19 strains The U.K. variation is more infectious but likely not more deadly, and vaccination remains the best way to combat all forms of the virus.
Students RVA My Way: Jon Mirador The city helps the interdisciplinary studies major satisfy his thirst for knowledge — and tea — while the James River provides an escape.
Faculty and staff Moderates are about to hold an ‘enormous amount of power’ in Washington, VCU expert says Cooperation between Democrats and Republicans will be a necessity, especially in the Senate.
Alumni Alum’s art projections transform the Lee monument — and land the cover of National Geographic In an interview with VCU News, history graduate Alex Criqui discusses the work he and artist Dustin Klein have put into Reclaiming the Monument — a project they hope brings people together.
Community A new group virtually connects VCU student volunteers with local organizations Virtual Volunteer at VCU has paired hundreds of students with more than a dozen Richmond partners, creating a sense of community in a time of distance.
The mRNA technology used in COVID-19 vaccines is deemed safe and has been studied for decades, according to a VCU expert who studies drug delivery. Sandro da Rocha, a pharmaceutical engineer, says his main concern is not the safety or efficacy of the vaccine; it's convincing enough people to get vaccinated. Read more »