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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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We celebrate diversity. It isn't a political statement, but a fact. Once we understand that VCU includes people of all backgrounds, we ask, 'How can ensure that everyone feels included?' We start by having equity and inclusion experts like these. news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…

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Faculty and staff 'who have moved this institution forward' were honored at VCU VCUHealth's Service Recognition Celebration. news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…

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Earlier this month, we started making our dreams of a world-class, interdisciplinary arts space at VCU come true at the CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation preview event! Thank you to CoStar Group for being wonderful partners in this exciting project. news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…

Earlier this month, we started making our dreams of a world-class, interdisciplinary arts space at @VCU come true at the CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation preview event! Thank you to @CoStarGroup for being wonderful partners in this exciting project. news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…
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The clock is ticking, Rams – only two days until VCU Giving Day! ⏰Get ready to join the movement and make an impact together! Visit the link in our bio to learn about the causes you can support. givingday.vcu.edu 🎁 GivingDay

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Today, Bobby will be recognized for 25 years of service to VCU! When he's not saving the day as part of our facilities management team, he can be found playing music across the city. Congratulations Bobby, and thank you for sharing your gifts with us at !

Today, Bobby will be recognized for 25 years of service to @VCU! When he's not saving the day as part of our facilities management team, he can be found playing music across the city. Congratulations Bobby, and thank you for sharing your gifts with us at #VCU!
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Look what just arrived to my office! Do you have VCU Giving Day marked on your calendar? Don't miss your chance to donate and make a difference towards student success, health, athletics, arts and more on April 24 at givingday.vcu.edu.

Look what just arrived to my office! Do you have @VCU Giving Day marked on your calendar? Don't miss your chance to donate and make a difference towards student success, health, athletics, arts and more on April 24 at givingday.vcu.edu.
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Today's honorees, as well as their nominators, represent the very best of what VCU has to offer. I’d like to congratulate this year's PACME winners, an incomparable group dedicated to making an even more welcoming and equitable place for everyone!

Today's honorees, as well as their nominators, represent the very best of what @VCU has to offer. I’d like to congratulate this year's PACME winners, an incomparable group dedicated to making #VCU an even more welcoming and equitable place for everyone!
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’s 3rd annual Giving Day is on April 24. You and your fellow Rams — alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, retirees, caregivers and many more — come together to support the scholarships, research and initiatives that transform our community. Visit: givingday.vcu.edu

#VCU’s 3rd annual Giving Day is on April 24. You and your fellow Rams — alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, retirees, caregivers and many more — come together to support the scholarships, research and initiatives that transform our community. Visit: givingday.vcu.edu
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Have you heard of our amazing Presidential Student Ambassadors at VCU? They're leaders and advocates for their peers, striving to make the campus experience better for everyone. Working with them is an honor each and every year!

Have you heard of our amazing Presidential Student Ambassadors at @VCU? They're leaders and advocates for their peers, striving to make the campus experience better for everyone. Working with them is an honor each and every year!
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I was thrilled to attend Srirama Rao's State of Research Address this week, witnessing VCU's groundbreaking strides in research and innovation. While 2023 was remarkable, I'm confident 2024 holds even greater potential, all thanks to our exceptional faculty and staff.

I was thrilled to attend @SriramaRao2's State of Research Address this week, witnessing @VCU's groundbreaking strides in research and innovation. While 2023 was remarkable, I'm confident 2024 holds even greater potential, all thanks to our exceptional faculty and staff.
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VCU receives 10 updated top-50 rankings from U.S. News & World Report, including two in the top 10 news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…

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Please join us in celebration of the VCU 2024 PACME Awards next week! April 16, 3 p.m. at the University Student Commons Richmond Salons. RSVP at docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/….

Please join us in celebration of the @VCU 2024 PACME Awards next week! April 16, 3 p.m. at the University Student Commons Richmond Salons. RSVP at docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/….
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Liver health is an urgent public health issue worldwide. Our goal is for VCU and VCU_Liver to be a global magnet for innovative research and clinical care that advances treatments and cures. Learn more at news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0….

Liver health is an urgent public health issue worldwide. Our goal is for @VCU and @VCU_Liver to be a global magnet for innovative research and clinical care that advances treatments and cures. Learn more at news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0….
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As National Public Health Week draws to a close, we are thrilled to share some breaking news: CEPH has approved our request to transition to the school of public health category of accreditation!

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This April you can make a difference in the fight against cancer as part of the 25th annual Monument Avenue 10k and the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Challenge. Will you join the challenge? Learn more and donate at masseychallenge.com.

This April you can make a difference in the fight against cancer as part of the 25th annual Monument Avenue 10k and the @VCUMassey Challenge. Will you join the challenge? Learn more and donate at masseychallenge.com.
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's Departments of African American Studies (VCU AFAM) and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (@vcugsws) each received a $100,000 grant on behalf of Mellon Foundation. Thank you for recognizing @VCU as a university where diverse ideas thrive! Learn more: mellon.org/features/affir….

#VCU's Departments of African American Studies (@VCUAFAM) and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (@vcugsws) each received a $100,000 grant on behalf of @MellonFdn. Thank you for recognizing @VCU as a university where diverse ideas thrive! Learn more: mellon.org/features/affir….
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We owe Massey’s NCI comprehensive designation to our community — and we want to celebrate with you! Join us Saturday, April 20th for a free family-friendly community event. More info and RSVP here: bit.ly/43tkXZG See you soon!

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To help students and families understand the latest financial aid timeline, what to expect and steps to take, we spoke with Norm Bedford, associate vice president for student financial services at VCU. news.vcu.edu/article/2024/0…

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The Federal Student Aid can be confusing. We hope that, through transparency and communication, VCU can make the process of navigating the easier for all of our students.

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