New minor in research ecosystems to debut in fall 2025 at VCU
Through the College of Health Professions, the undergraduate program will prepare students for careers in scientific research and administration.
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Every day College of Health Professions students, alumni, faculty and staff do extraordinary things. Read more about our latest achievements below.
Four honorees spotlighted for multicultural enrichment at VCU
Chelsea Gary, director of recruitment and student programs in the College of Health Professions, is the 2025 recipient of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Riese-Melton Award, which recognizes contributions that advance cross-cultural relations. The announcement was made April 24 at the ceremony for the 30th annual Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment.
Clif Porter VCU ‘86 challenges next generation of health leaders to focus on workforce
Among the various challenges facing tomorrow’s health care, perhaps the biggest and toughest issue for future administrators to solve is building and retaining a qualified workforce.
Class of 2025: Health Ph.D. was a harmonious fit for speech language pathologist Megan Crawford
The sound of music led Megan Crawford to a career in speech pathology – and to a trailblazing route at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Gift advances health care access and senior care workforce development at VCU
A $100,000 donation from Genworth will support the Mobile Health and Wellness Program in the School of Nursing and the Department of Gerontology in the College of Health Professions, boosting their work in community health and senior care.
College of Health Professions Brain Injury Survivor and Expert Leads the Field
Kelli Talley, Ph.D., has a story fit for Hollywood.
Russell County native’s travel nursing journey brings him home to study nurse anesthesia
Joseph Osborne adds new meaning to the idea of a traveling nurse.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Dr. Carolyn Hawley, President of VA Council on Problem Gambling joined CBS 6 WTVR along with Sean Fournia, a peer counselor with VA Partnership on Gaming & Health to share their insight on this important topic. For more information, call the Virginia Problem Gambling Helpline, 1-888-532-3500 or visit the The Virginia Council on Problem Gambling website.
Spring global studies programs expand learning beyond classroom
Tiny organisms. X-ray machines with dials. What sets the U.S. health care system apart – and what can be learned from practices overseas?
Innovative curriculum advances collaborative, inclusive school-based services
An innovative training and mentorship program that brings together future occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists can better prepare them for careers in school-based practice – and transform educational experiences for students with disabilities.
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