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May 19, 2026

Class of 2026: Neha Veeramalla keeps psychology and mentorship at front of mind

Veeramalla’s well-rounded undergraduate research experience included studies related to substance use, spinal cord injury patients, and pregnant and postpartum women.

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Class of 2026: Pharm.D. graduate and runner Angela Gates knows her courses

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VCU researcher examines nature-based solutions for changing cities – by taking evolution into account

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Students can choose from three new interdisciplinary minors with an arts emphasis this fall

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May 12, 2026

In pictures: May 2026 commencement celebrations

Photographers captured the jubilation, pride and emotions on display at VCU's universitywide commencement ceremony as well as at college-, school- and department-level ceremonies held in venues on and off campus. Here is a sampling of their images.

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Class of 2026: A Ram even in high school, Jessica Nguyen will carry VCU spirit into graduate school

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Common claim that most transgender youth renounce that identity is not supported by statistics, VCU research finds

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World@VCU: Atefe Sheikhyousefi from Iran

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Class of 2026: Lily Turner leaves her mark through advocacy for special needs patients

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Puerto Rico’s forests recovered in unexpected ways post-Hurricane Maria, VCU research finds

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Class of 2026: Neha Veeramalla keeps psychology and mentorship at front of mind

Class of 2026: Pharm.D. graduate and runner Angela Gates knows her courses

VCU researcher examines nature-based solutions for changing cities – by taking evolution into account

Students can choose from three new interdisciplinary minors with an arts emphasis this fall

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In pictures: May 2026 commencement celebrations

Class of 2026: A Ram even in high school, Jessica Nguyen will carry VCU spirit into graduate school

Common claim that most transgender youth renounce that identity is not supported by statistics, VCU research finds

World@VCU: Atefe Sheikhyousefi from Iran

Class of 2026: Lily Turner leaves her mark through advocacy for special needs patients

Puerto Rico’s forests recovered in unexpected ways post-Hurricane Maria, VCU research finds

Social work course mixes classroom with community