Overview

The Dean of Student Advocacy Office helps all VCU students have a successful and fulfilling student experience. Some specific services that are available to MCV campus students can be found on this page and in the MCV Campus Programming and Resources document. Please note, a much longer and more comprehensive list of VCU resources for all students (including MCV students) can be found on the Dean of Student Advocacy Office On-Campus Resources Page.

Dean of Student Advocacy Office

Advocates for and assists students dealing with life situations that are impacting their academic and personal success at VCU. Offers support and resources for students, staff, faculty, parents and community members who are concerned for a student’s well-being.

1110 East Broad St., Suite 205 (Hunton Student Center)
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
vcudean@vcu.edu 
(804) 828-0525

Division for Academic Success

Assists all health science students needing academic support, including those with documented disabilities needing academic accommodations.

1000 East Marshall St., Room 231 (VMI Building)
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
https://das.vcu.edu 
acadsuccess@vcu.edu 
(804) 828-9782

Graduate & Professional Student Programming Board (GSPB)

Develops a culture of engagement through coordination of social, personal and professional enrichment and community engagement programs at the MCV and Monroe Park Campuses.

1110 East Broad St., Room 305 (Hunton Student Center)
gspb@vcu.edu  
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MCV Campus Recreation Center

7500 square foot fitness center offering free weights, functional training and cardio equipment, racquetball and squash courts, two court gymnasium, group exercise and cycling studios, aquatic center, mat room and power training room. Programs include Intramural Sports, Sports Clubs, Wellness, Massage Therapy, Group Exercise classes, Swim Lessons, Outdoor Adventure and a wide range of certifications.

900 Turpin St. (Larrick Student Center)
Visit website for hours.
https://recsports.vcu.edu 
(804) 828-6100

Military Student Services

Works with veterans, active service members, spouses and dependents to ease the transition from military life to academics. Addresses the unique needs of military students from application to graduation and beyond.

1015 Floyd Avenue Harris Hall, Room 3122
M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
https://militaryservices.vcu.edu 
militaryserv@vcu.edu 
(804) 828-6563

 

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

Assists traditionally underserved and/or underrepresented student populations (i.e. race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender) through advising, support, program development, retention, mentoring and by promoting an appreciation of diversity throughout the campus community.

907 Floyd Avenue, Suite 215a (University Student Commons)
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
https://omsa.vcu.edu 
omsa@vcu.edu 
(804) 828-6672

Rams In Recovery

Rams In Recovery supports students in recovery through mutual aid recovery meetings, a scholarship program, and a recovery clubhouse. They also create a more equitable campus community through Recovery Ally Training, Naloxone Training and the Free Hot Coffee Bike.

Rams in Recovery Clubhouse
1103 W Marshall St.
recovery@vcu.edu
(804) 366-8027

*10am-5pm Tuesday-Thursday for drop-ins and individual study spaces*

Student Government Association (SGA)

Promotes student involvement, advocates for the student body and appropriates funding for programs that are open to and benefit all VCU students.

1110 East Broad St., Room 209 (Hunton Student Center)
https://sga.vcu.edu 
sga@vcu.edu 

Student Experience

Student Experience focuses specifically on the qualitative experience of being a health sciences student and develops strategies to enhance that experience. The office has developed a comprehensive system of assistance by attending to student success, student satisfaction and student support.

1000 East Marshall St., Suite 206 (VMI Building)
https://rampages.us/studentexp2 
rfroach@vcu.edu 

RecWell

VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) was created to bring together two separate departments with the same vision of making VCU a healthier and happier place to learn, work, and grow.

Even though the name has changed, the commitment of both Recreational Sports and the Health Promotion and Well-Being Center to you has not changed. We are still continuing to offer the high-quality programs and services you have come to expect and rely on.

The Well promotes wellness as the foundation for student success by providing support and resources for: empowering students to practice safer and healthy behaviors, fostering inclusive and diverse environments, and advocating for systemic change. Provides education and outreach on health topics that impact student well-being. Don’t forget to check out the MCV Campus Special Editions of the Stall Seat Journal in a bathroom near you.

101 S. Linden St.

P: (804) 828-9355
E: thewell@vcu.edu

VCU Recreation offers a diversity of programmed and informal recreational, fitness and sports activities for the VCU community. Resources include: recreation spaces, open recreation courts, equipment checkout and rental, space reservations, tennis/ racquetball court reservations.

Multiple Locations

P: (804) 827-1100
E: recsports@vcu.edu

University Counseling Services

Provides confidential evaluation and consultation for students about best options for mental health care. When clinically indicated, UCS can provide group therapy, brief individual therapy and couples therapy to students. Offers confidential advocacy services for sexual and intimate partner violence and stalking.

1000 East Marshall St., Room 412 (VMI Building)
Visit website for hours
https://counseling.vcu.edu

uccounseling@vcu.edu
(804) 828-3964

After Hours: (804) 828-6200

University Student Commons & Activities (USC&A)

Offers resources and hosts events through two facilities on the MCV Campus. The Larrick Student Center accommodates large-scale events, while the Hunton Student Center easily welcomes students, faculty and staff in a warm atmosphere.

907 Floyd Ave. (Main office)
https://thecommons.vcu.edu/ 
contactusca@vcu.edu 

University Student Health Services

Provides quality outpatient medical care and public health services to students. Some clinical services available are primary care, women’s health, immunizations, travel clinic and pharmacy and laboratory services.

1000 East Marshall St., Room 305 (VMI Building)
M-TH: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m
F: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
https://health.students.vcu.edu 
(804) 828-9220

VCU Career Services

Provides assistance with career-related questions, such as job search planning, document review, interview preparation, networking and negotiating.

1110 East Broad St., Room 205 (Hunton Student Center)
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(804) 828-1645