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Michael Rao, Ph.D.

@vcupresident

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

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Yesterday we broke ground on the Chesterfield Pavilion, a project that will help more people access the complex care provided by VCU Health! Thank you to our state and Chesterfield County government leaders, community organizations, and to our dedicated VCU Health teams!

Yesterday we broke ground on the Chesterfield Pavilion, a project that will help more people access the complex care provided by <a href="/VCUHealth/">VCU Health</a>! Thank you to our state and Chesterfield County government leaders, community organizations, and to our dedicated VCU Health teams!
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Free VCU swag. That’s it. That’s the post. 😎☀️ Update your info for a chance to win one of three summer prize packs: bit.ly/4mFPnkC

Free VCU swag. That’s it. That’s the post. 😎☀️ 
 
Update your info for a chance to win one of three summer prize packs:  bit.ly/4mFPnkC
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We’re honored to be working closely with Dr. Joe Casey, Chesterfield County Administrator and two-time VCU graduate, on the new Chesterfield Pavilion. We’re so proud to have a Ram as county administrator, leading the fifth most populated county in VA!

We’re honored to be working closely with Dr. Joe Casey, Chesterfield County Administrator and two-time <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> graduate, on the new Chesterfield Pavilion. We’re so proud to have a Ram as county administrator, leading the fifth most populated county in VA!
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One of the best things about VCU is how close we are to so many great events in and around Richmond. I caught up with Arjun, a rising sophomore, at the Lebanese Food Festival this past weekend in Henrico. So great running into students out and about! Thanks for saying hi!

One of the best things about <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> is how close we are to so many great events in and around Richmond. I caught up with Arjun, a rising sophomore, at the Lebanese Food Festival this past weekend in Henrico. So great running into students out and about! Thanks for saying hi!
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James Farinholt is a former VCU Rector and was a member of our BOV in the ‘90s. He’s been a #VCU supporter ever since. It’s truly special to have long-standing relationships with people like Jim, who have watched VCU grow and evolve throughout the years.

James Farinholt is a former <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> Rector and was a member of our BOV in the ‘90s. He’s been a #VCU supporter ever since. It’s truly special to have long-standing relationships with people like Jim, who have watched VCU grow and evolve throughout the years.
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#VCU is always proud to support our international students. Thank you to Sarath, Jackline, and Ali for sharing why VCU feels like a home away from home. And thank you to the Global Education Office, especially Jill and Nicol, for uplifting our students every single day.

#VCU is always proud to support our international students. Thank you to Sarath, Jackline, and Ali for sharing why <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> feels like a home away from home. And thank you to the Global Education Office, especially Jill and Nicol, for uplifting our students every single day.
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Many thanks to Maya Rogers for her incredible leadership as VCU Staff Senate President this past year. People thrive where they feel seen and valued, and our staff members feel that thanks to Maya’s dedication in uplifting and celebrating them every day.

Many thanks to Maya Rogers for her incredible leadership as <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> Staff Senate President this past year. People thrive where they feel seen and valued, and our staff members feel that thanks to Maya’s dedication in uplifting and celebrating them every day.
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Tomorrow is Provost Fotis Sotiropoulos's last day at VCU. Since being hired in 2021, he’s led #VCU’s academic transformation and helped prepare our students for real-world success. Thank you, Fotis, for your leadership, innovation, and impact. VCU is better because of you.

Tomorrow is Provost <a href="/Fotis_Sot/">Fotis Sotiropoulos</a>'s  last day at <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a>. Since being hired in 2021, he’s led #VCU’s academic transformation and helped prepare our students for real-world success. Thank you, Fotis, for your leadership, innovation, and impact. VCU is better because of you.
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It’s so exciting to walk by and see the progress being made on the CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation building. Some of our most innovative @vcuarts programs will be together under one roof, preparing students to be leaders in industries that don’t even exist yet today! #VCU

It’s so exciting to walk by and see the progress being made on the CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation building. Some of our most innovative @vcuarts programs will be together under one roof, preparing students to be leaders in industries that don’t even exist yet today! #VCU
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Exciting news! VCU is launching a new minor in AI Studies within VCU College of Humanities and Sciences. AI already touches so many parts of our lives, and I’m looking forward to students exploring the unexpected places where AI might benefit us. news.vcu.edu/article/2025/0…

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At VCU, our professors do so much more than just teach our students. To all of our faculty members, thank you for helping our students grow into their most confident selves. You are at the heart of everything that we do at #VCU.

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I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend, Dr. Lucille Brown. Her 38 years with Richmond Public Schools (Richmond Public Schools) and lifelong dedication to community service will leave an impact on our region for a very long time.

I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend, Dr. Lucille Brown. Her 38 years with Richmond Public Schools (<a href="/RPS_Schools/">Richmond Public Schools</a>) and lifelong dedication to community service will leave an impact on our region for a very long time.
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Kudos to VCU Life Sciences for getting students into the field! I’m a huge proponent of learning outside of the classroom, whether that’s in an office or in the forest. Students NEED real-world work experiences like these before they graduate! news.vcu.edu/article/2025/0…

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It’s VCU orientation season! Last week we had our first transfer student orientation, and this week we’ve got our two-day first-year orientation. We hope you’re loving campus, Rams! Congratulations on starting a very exciting new adventure.

It’s <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> orientation season! Last week we had our first transfer student orientation, and this week we’ve got our two-day first-year orientation. We hope you’re loving campus, Rams! Congratulations on starting a very exciting new adventure.
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Very proud that #VCU is ranked among the top 20% of global universities according to U.S. News & World Report! Seventeen programs were listed among the world’s best, including Gastroenterology and Hepatology program, ranked at No. 9 worldwide. 🎉 Go Rams! news.vcu.edu/article/2025/0…

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VCU introducing minor in AI studies that uses the humanities and sciences as a framework Read more: bit.ly/45O0t0X

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Repping VCU with APLU in D.C. last week! #APLU helps create community for university leaders to advance the mission of public research universities. The research coming from these universities improves countless lives, and I’m honored to advocate for their work.

Repping <a href="/VCU/">VCU</a> with <a href="/APLU_News/">APLU</a> in D.C. last week! #APLU helps create community for university leaders to advance the mission of public research universities. The research coming from these universities improves countless lives, and I’m honored to advocate for their work.
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It’s not every day that you see a Ram headed to the NBA! A HUGE congrats to Max Shulga on being drafted by the Boston Boston Celtics in the second round. #RamNation couldn’t be prouder! #LetsGoVCU

It’s not every day that you see a Ram headed to the <a href="/NBA/">NBA</a>! A HUGE congrats to Max Shulga on being drafted by the Boston <a href="/celtics/">Boston Celtics</a> in the second round. #RamNation couldn’t be prouder! #LetsGoVCU