Division of Inclusive Excellence

"VCU honors and celebrates the diversity of identities and perspectives of its students, faculty and staff. The shared values of our diverse community serve the common good and drive innovation and creativity. VCU’s dedication to supporting inclusive environments is reflected in our Quest 2028 theme, Diversity Driving Excellence. It honors a healthy organizational culture that strengthens achievement, productivity and wellness for all members of the VCU community.

Faye Belgrave, Ph.D.
Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Chief Diversity Officer

Latest News

In the new Cancer Control Equity Research Center, community members will serve as active collaborators and co-investigators, with a strong emphasis on authentic community engagement and partnership. (iStock)
VCU secures $9M grant to establish Cancer Control Equity Research Center in Virginia
The research from this initiative will enhance cancer prevention services for individuals living in income-based housing communities in the Richmond area and Hampton Roads.
VCU Human Resources staff were presented with the 2024 Division on Career Development and Transition Employer of the Year Award by Sonya Durham, a career support specialist with ACE-IT in College. (Photo by Casey Bennett)
VCU honored for supporting employment opportunities for students with disabilities
A division of the Council for Exceptional Children cites the universitywide commitment, including an embrace of the ACE-IT in College program.
The film “Unity: Cocacoeske’s Dilemma,” which shifts between 1677 and the modern-day descendants of tribes of Tsenacommacah, includes VCU alum and instructor Christina Davis among its performers.
Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival has VCU spirit in front of and behind the camera
Instructor and alum Christina Davis has a prominent role in one film, and the Humanities Research Center co-sponsored the spotlight on Indigenous stories.