Life Sciences: Virginia to play role in red knot recovery

In a press conference held Dec. 9, service Director Dan Ashe announced the decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to designate the rufa subspecies of the red knot as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. A “threatened” designation recognizes a significant risk of becoming endangered throughout all or a portion of a species’ range. Read more.

VCU begins construction of new children’s psychiatric facility

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System broke ground Dec. 11 on the new Virginia Treatment Center for Children pediatric psychiatric facility that will provide increased access to clinical care for children from across the state. Read more.

Thank you notes

Contributions to Virginia Commonwealth University’s student scholarship funds are a crucial driver of student success. Each year, the university offers scholarships to deserving students. Read more.

Business: Globalization and sustainability certificate offered

The Center for International Business Advancement in the VCU School of Business is pleased to offer a new certificate program, the Certificate of Completion in Globalization and Sustainability. Read more.

December AAAC meeting 10 a.m.-noon Dec. 20

RVA GOLD watch party: VCU vs. Cincinnati 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dec. 20

"Through the Looking Glass: An Exhibit of Microscopic Images" 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Dec. 31

RVA GOLD pregame social: VCU vs. Saint Joseph's Noon-1:30 p.m. Jan. 10