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Virginia universities help entrepreneurs get started
Virginia universities like George Mason and Virginia Tech offer accelerators, grants, and resources to support local entrepreneurs and startups statewide.
Philanthropists boost Virginia universities, health systems
Virginia universities and health systems received major philanthropic gifts in 2025, including multimillion-dollar donations to support scholarships, programs, and health initiatives.
Virginia community colleges boost workforce development focus
Virginia plans increased investment in community colleges and workforce programs like FastForward to meet employer demand and improve student outcomes in 2024.
Virginia universities faced federal probes over DEI in 2025
Virginia public universities, including UVA and George Mason, faced federal investigations in 2025 over diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives amid political pressure.
2026 Virginia Power 50 List: SCOTT BEARDSLEY
PRESIDENT UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA CHARLOTTESVILLE
State commits $14.5M yearly for new paid internship program
Virginia political, higher education and economic development leaders announced InternshipsVA, a new statewide program to support paid internships.
Making the business case for InternshipsVA
InternshipsVA establishes a framework that encourages Virginia employers to start or expand high-quality, paid internship programs.
Norfolk State hits new fundraising heights
Norfolk State University raised $95.3M, far surpassing its $60M goal, boosting graduation rates, research and workforce training.
Virginia Democrats target military college’s funding after anti-DEI push
Virginia Democrats propose a task force to assess whether Virginia Military Institute should continue receiving state funds.
Spanberger appoints 27 university board members, including Northam
Gov. Abigail Spanberger wasted no time in naming 27 new members to the boards of George Mason University, Virginia Military Institute and the University of Virginia on her first day as governor.
