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

Evolutionary geneticist Brian Verrelli usually studies the past. Now, he’s looking to the future as cities adapt to climate change.

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VCU innovation may prevent scar tissue and advance joint surgery

Student success

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VCUarts student Zakari Yonkers is part of latest GLAAD cohort for diverse creativity

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

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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: In hopes of sharing more good karma, Harrish Ganesh heads to medical school

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VCU biomedical engineer advances muscle regeneration technology

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VCU global education leader Jill Blondin to take key role at CU Boulder