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Combating Gender-Based Violence on College Campuses Must Start at the Top

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

More than one out of every eight students experiences rape or sexual assault , and one-in-five female students reports receiving assistance from a victim-services agency. Collectively, higher education must give this issue the attention and priority it deserves. Faculty and staff are also at risk of harm. Dr. Monica J.

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Welcome to the Spring 2024 Semester from VCU Division of Student Affairs

The Student Affairs Blog

Student Representative to the State Council of Higher Education : Applications will be accepted through Sunday, Feb. 11 from students interested in serving as the 2024-2025 VCU student representatives to the Student Advisory Committee for the State Council of Higher Education in Virginia.

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Welcome to the 2023 Fall Semester from VCU Student Affairs

The Student Affairs Blog

Additionally, VCU students have access to free virtual care services through TimelyCare so that you can obtain mental health support and health coaching whenever you need it. To make a report and for additional information, please visit the Title IX website.