About VCU
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Location
Richmond boasts a rich history with a mix of Fortune 500 companies that supports student internships and business opportunities. VCU also has campuses in Northern Virginia; Doha, Qatar; and Charles City County, Va.
VCU history and stats
In 1968, the Medical College of Virginia and the Richmond Professional Institute merged to become VCU, the state’s most comprehensive urban university.
Administration
VCU is governed by its Board of Visitors to whom President Rao reports.
Office of the President
Michael Rao, Ph.D.
President, VCU and VCU Health System
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University divisions
David Hanson
Vice president for Finance and Administration
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Pamela D. Lepley
Executive director of University Relations
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Francis L. Macrina, Ph.D.
Vice president for Research
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Sheldon M. Retchin, M.D., M.S.P.H.
Vice president for Health Sciences
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Chief executive officer, VCU Health System
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Mark E. Rubin
Executive director of Government Relations
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Beverly J. Warren, Ed.D., Ph.D., FACSM
Provost and vice president for Academic Affairs
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Thomas C. Burke
Interim vice president for Development and Alumni Relations
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Wanda Mitchell
Vice president for Diversity and Equity
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Premier urban university
Situated in the heart of Richmond, the capital of Virginia since 1779, Virginia Commonwealth University serves an integral role in the economic health of the city — educating the current and future workforce, reaching out to the community, advancing research and enhancing patient care.
