VCU Black Alumni Council

10/05/2026

The VCU Black Alumni Council (BAC) Mentoring Circle is back for the 2026–2027 year with an exciting new twist!

We are moving to a Project-Based Mentoring Model—aligning with the university framework to give students hands-on, real-world experience while building powerful professional networks.

💼 Calling all alumni businesses and organizations! We need your real-world "problems of practice" for our students to solve. Interested in partnering with us as a Community Partner? So, if you work for an organization or have a business, let us help you!

Submit a project here through the link 🔗 in our bio!

10/02/2026

When Carlton Goode is honored next month for his dedication to student success, he will be included in esteemed company.

Goode, who earned his Ed.D. from VCU in 2022, is the director of intercultural success and initiatives in VCU’s Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Global Initiatives. And as the faculty advisor for Developing Men of Color at VCU, he has propelled mentorship, academic support, professional development, leadership opportunities and community service to help students thrive in college and beyond.

Goode, whose research has focused on the retention of men of color, developed a course ­­– Dynamic Principles for Professional Development – that supports that audience, and he is also the author of “Melanin Mind: Creating a Path of Excellence in College for Men of Color.”

On Oct. 27, Goode will be among six recipients this year of a Richmond Humanitarian Award from the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities. Previous honorees have included Arthur Ashe Jr., Sen. Tim Kaine and Rep. Jennifer McClellan, as well as former VCU President Eugene P. Trani, Ph.D.

Read more: https://news.vcu.edu/article/carlton-goode-helps-develop-the-next-generation

10/02/2026

Congratulations!!

VCU Alumni Valerie Williamston of Val Will Educate, LLC was reappointed to serve as a Commissioner for the Mayor’s Commission on Aging/Longterm Care in the City of Norfolk!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🖤💛

10/01/2026

Check out this article!!!!

Howard Jordan Jr. built a strong career in advertising but pursued his passion for entertainment writing – and with a hand in Netflix’s new sequel to the historic sitcom, he offers advice for aspiring writers.

Read more: https://news.vcu.edu/article/vcu-brandcenter-alum-brings-new-life-to-a-different-world

09/24/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are rescheduling this event for Friday, October 23, 6-8pm.

Recent grads and young alums, come out to our fall mixer on Oct 23! Dive into some friendly competition amongst Ramily and alumni from UVA and Randolph Macon. This is an opportunity to expand your network, enjoy one of Richmond’s best venues and gear up for the weekend with great company. While this event is hosted by the Black Alumni Council, all VCU alums, students, friends and families are welcome to join in the festivities. Registration is open to everyone.

When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23

Where: The Park RVA, 1407 Cummings Drive, Richmond, VA 23220

Register at the link in our bio!

09/17/2026

🗣Recent grads and young alums, come out to our fall mixer on Sept. 25!

Dive into some friendly competition amongst Ramily and alumni from UVA and Randolph Macon.

This is an opportunity to expand your network, enjoy one of Richmond’s best venues and gear up for the weekend with great company. While this event is hosted by the Black Alumni Council, all VCU alums, students, friends and families are welcome to join in the festivities.

Registration is open to everyone.

When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25

Where: The Park RVA, 1407 Cummings Drive, Richmond, VA 23220

Register at the link in our bio!

09/11/2026

Today is the day!!! Tickets 🎟 are still available! Click the link 🔗 in our bio or come in person until 9pm.

Meet us at Bolo's Eatery with Dj Just Different 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 on the turntables!

Registration is open to all!!

05/28/2026

The 2026 VCU Alumni Volunteer Awards ceremony was a success! 🥳 See this year's award recipients below:
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🏆 VCU Alumni Outstanding Program - Tiffany Gary ('00)
🏆 Young Alumni Star - Olivia Lawrence ('20)
🏆 I Bleed Black & Gold - Amber James ('07)
🏆 VCU Alumni Gold - Daniel Brisker ('09)
🏆 New Volunteer of the Year - Sharon Darby ('99, '01)
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Thank you for the time, passion and impact you continue to make for fellow Rams everywhere. 🐏

See more photos: https://adobe.ly/4fMEpsn

05/19/2026

We are overjoyed! This past weekend's VCU Volunteer Leadership Summit was nothing but empowering! Three of our committee members won awards!

This is life as an alumni! There are so many ways to give back! Thank you to our BAC Programs and Events Committee Chair , immediate past president and current VCU DMV Chapter President , and BAC Social Media Chair and VCU Richmond Alumni Southside Chair for continuing to pour back into a community that pour into them while a student at VCU.

If you've been waiting for a sign on how you can be impactful, this is your sign to join BAC or your regional chapter in your area!

05/14/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the BAW Survey:

Monique Salmon
Taryn Anthony
Cierra Harrison
Zakira Debraux
JoAnn Patterson

Thank you to everyone that completed the survey! Your feedback has been very informative. If you have enjoyed our events, we encourage you to join a BAC committee!

Stay tuned as we have more events coming!