
Community Engagement
Students in College of Humanities and Sciences are part of the dynamic and vibrant Richmond metro community and engage with the community in various ways—through personal volunteerism, service learning classes and community research experiences. Are you interested in tutoring a student from a local elementary school, working on a community garden in a food desert or volunteering at a local health clinic? These are just a few of the many activities our students are engaged in. Find ways you can get involved below.
my service experienceCarver Dance gave me and other VCU students an opportunity to use our skills and knowledge from the classroom to support nearby Richmond communities. It is so fulfilling to see kids open up and have fun with the dances we share with them, as it shows us that they feel more comfortable expressing themselves.
Community Engagement Highlights
June 14, 2022
State marker unveiled at Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground
The remains of more than 20,000 Black Americans are buried on the site.
June 13, 2022
Richmond Fire Department teams with VCU to help overcome language barriers
Having someone on a fire or medical emergency call who speaks Spanish can bring calm to some situations, said Richmond firefighter Cody Oliver.
May 23, 2022
New graduate takes leadership roles advocating for women and social justice
Stephanie Villanueva-Villar said she will always advocate to ensure that girls and women of color have a seat at the table ‘no matter what career position or job title I may have in the future.’