RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Nearly 50 VCU faculty honored for their research and teaching The 2026 NIRA and PEIA awardees elevate VCU's reputation and the student learning experience. By David Slipher, Office of the Provost Honoring faculty who challenge conventions, open pathways to discovery and transform student potential, two Virginia Commonwealth University award programs are recognizing dozens of educators who push the boundaries of their disciplines, forge collabo more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * A new path to graduation with VCU's Office of Prior Learning The office is focused on efforts to award college credit for verified knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom, part of the university's belief that 'learning happens everywhere.' By Kyle Pineault What if the experience you already have could count toward a college degree? The job that taught you to manage a budget or lead a team. The volunteer work or professional training  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Medical] -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * New research finds depression and stress -- not just heart function -- drive long-term fatigue for breast cancer survivors * By Tanner Lambson More than a third of women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer experience significant fatigue two years after starting their treatment, a side effect that can redu more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 19, 2026, involving Todd Haymore, a new member of the board of the directors of the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges: * * * Todd Haymore, who served as VCU rector, joins board of Association of Governing Boards The VCU alum and former Board of Visitors leader discusses higher education governance, affordability and what he learned during eight years of service to the university. - Todd Haymore, who served eight years more PR