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Joseph Seipel, who helped transform VCU and Greater Richmond through the arts, dies at 76

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C C A I Building on cover of Fall 2023 Studio cover

CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation taking shape

It will be a hub for multidisciplinary research and a resource for the community

VCU Ranked #1 for Visual and Performing Arts Among Public Research Universities

VCU Ranked #1 for Visual and Performing Arts Among Public Research Universities

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VCUarts program creates magic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond

VCUarts program creates magic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond

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RAMmalogues: “How Coronavirus Affects Me”

March 27 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

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October 5 Open House

October 5 7:30 am – 3:00 pm

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VCU Ranked #1 for Visual and Performing Arts Among Public Research Universities

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Gordy Haab (B.M. ‘00) receives his GRAMMY Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media.

Two VCUarts alumni win GRAMMY Awards

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VCUarts alumnus and Tony nominee Joshua Boone inspires VCUarts graduates as commencement speaker

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Photograph of Joe Seipel's sculpture Classical Opera

Joe Seipel: Yours & Mine

August 20 – September 28 The Anderson

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The ballroom scene is more than just fab and fun;

The ballroom scene is more than just fab and fun; it’s a cultural powerhouse with deep roots that have shaped American culture and crossed borders. Julian Kevon Kamilah Glover, Ph.D., an assistant professor at VCUarts and the College of Humanities and Sciences, shares her personal journey and insights into this vibrant, life-saving subculture. From Harlem’s drag balls to today’s global vogue phenomenon, ballroom has been a beacon of acceptance, creativity, and transformation for Black and brown LGBTQIA+ communities. Dive into Glover's compelling story and explore how ballroom’s influence has permeated our language, music, and lives. Read more via the link in bio!

What began as a plan to boost the Automated Extern

What began as a plan to boost the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program on VCU's campus has evolved into a comprehensive multi-departmental life safety initiative, thanks to the collaborative efforts of VCUarts, @ramsinrecovery , and the Office of the Provost.

Initially aimed at increasing AEDs by 50%, this vision expanded with the involvement of VCU Safety and Risk Management, Emergency Management, and Rams in Recovery. Together, we integrated Stop the Bleed kits and naloxone into AED stations across campus. These essential kits, featuring tourniquets, clotting gauze, and naloxone, are now pivotal in the campus-wide safety strategy.

John Freyer, Associate Professor of Cross Disciplinary Media in the Department of Photography + Film and VCU Provost Fotis Sotiropoulos recently installed an opioid emergency kit, marking a significant milestone in this initiative. This collaboration not only highlights VCU’s dedication to life safety but also demonstrates the power of cross-departmental teamwork.

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Images taken by McNair Evans, VCUarts Communications.

The VCUarts Lecture Series kicks off its 2024-25 s

The VCUarts Lecture Series kicks off its 2024-25 season with “once & hopeful stars,” featuring VCUarts alumna George Ferrandi.

Join us for this event, which introduces her 1708 Gallery exhibition (@1708gallery) showcasing ceremonial sculptures from the Jump!Star initiative, a creative collaboration that imagines and celebrates the future transition of our North Star.

Discover how Ferrandi’s participatory projects explore vulnerability, impermanence, and humanity, offering a powerful blend of narrative and spectacle. Click the events link in bio to register. #VCUartsLectureSeries

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