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VSU receives $1 million for new AI and cybersecurity center
Virginia State University received $1.03 million to create the VSU Center for Generative AI & Industrial Cybersecurity, enhancing research and student training.
Virginia tourism sites bank on America’s 250th birthday
Virginia tourism sees increased attendance driven by the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and statewide semiquincentennial events.
Q&A: After year of turmoil, new U.Va. president is optimistic
UVa president Scott Beardsley addresses leadership transitions and board changes while advancing university growth and rebuilding trust with faculty and legislators.
Universities adjust maritime programs for AI era
Virginia educators are responding by adding AI competency to classes.
Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit
Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.
Former General Motors CEO to be VCU’s commencement speaker
Former General Motors CEO and Chairman Rick Wagoner will be the keynote speaker at VCU’s commencement ceremony.
Virginia’s private colleges seek increased state tuition aid
Virginia private colleges increase donor scholarships and state grants to support students facing federal Pell grant and loan funding cuts in 2024.
Three Virginia biz schools rank in top 25 of Poets&Quants’ 2026 list
Six Virginia Business schools placed among the the top 110 business schools in Poets&Quants’ 2026 rankings of undergraduate business schools
ODU Faculty Senate issues no-confidence vote in Hemphill, other leaders
The vote is in reaction to ODU's plan to cut online courses from 16 weeks to eight weeks in the upcoming academic year.
Former VMI superintendent, ex-U.Va. rector named to higher ed commission
The former superintendent of VMI, U.Va.'s former rector and Acentra Health's CEO are among several heavy hitters named.
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.
