
GEO News 2025-26
Jill Blondin of the Global Education Office to help direct industry leadership group
January 30, 2026

Jill Blondin of the Global Education Office to help direct industry leadership group
Blondin will serve as president-elect of the AIEA starting next month, and she credits VCU’s strength in supporting international initiatives.
January 15, 2026
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Integrating Global Learning in Career Development: VCU Globe Speaker Series
The second VCU Globe Speakers Series features VCU Humphrey Fellow Lorato Koosaletse, as she speaks about her global experiences to students and staff. The Speakers Series is designed to bring professionals with international or cross-cultural experience into conversation with the campus community.
January 6, 2026
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Six VCU students awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to study abroad
Six students are recipients of the Gilman scholarship, which will assist with study abroad opportunities between the spring and fall of 2026 and during winter break, is a grant program that enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad.
December 18, 2025

New Assistant Vice Provost for International Enrollment to bring new strategies to GEO
Adina Archer, Ed.S., is the new assistant vice provost for international enrollment (AVPIE) serve as a key institutional voice on international enrollment strategy, contributing to university-wide planning, compliance and global engagement efforts.
November 5, 2025

Home Away from Home: How VCU’s Family Cultural Exchange Connects Richmond and the World
The Family Cultural Exchange Program provides opportunities for cultural connection and exchange to VCU's international students while they study at VCU.
September 4, 2025

Fall 2025 Global Initiatives Master Class Series focuses on international student success
The third workshop series offers ways to support international student success and alumni engagement.