Founder's Day at VSU will start on March 6, 2024, with the Laying of the Wreath ceremony, followed by an observance on Thursday, March 21, 2024. | |
Join/Renew Your VSUAA Membership Today! | |
Membership in the Virginia State University Alumni Association is one of the best ways to maintain a lifelong connection to Virginia State University.
As an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, your Membership helps to strengthen the vitality of the Association by infusing your talents, skills, experiences, and expertise into a membership roster that helps make Virginia State University (VSU) the most vital institution possible. Show your Trojan pride by joining or renewing your Membership with the Virginia State University Alumni Association today!
VSUAA Membership Categories
The Virginia State University Alumni Association currently offers three types of Membership. These include Annual, Associate, and Life and are described below.
Annual Membership - $30.00 per year
Designated for those who attended VSU or any of its previous designations. Membership is FREE for New Graduates following their first year after graduation.
Associate Membership - $30.00 per year
Designated for those who did not attend VSU or any of its previous designations but have an interest in advancing the goals of the University through the Alumni Association.
Edward A. Ragland VSUAA Life Membership - $750.00
Conferred to those who meet the qualifications in one of the above membership designations, have applied, and have paid the $750.00 fee for Life Membership. A subscribing life member is an individual making payments toward life membership.
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Note: Local chapter dues vary with each VSUAA chapter and are in addition to the National membership dues of $30. If you are joining through a local chapter, we encourage you to pay your national dues through the local chapter. | |
Happy Birthday To All Alumni Born In The Month of March | |
Save The Date - Alumni Weekend 2024 | |
Interested in Joining A VSUAA Alumni Chapter? | |
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Joining a local VSUAA chapter allows you to enhance Virginia State University's public image on the local level. Click on the link below to connect you to your preferred chapter of interest.
Click Here - VSUAA Needs You
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Chapter Contact Information Needed | |
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The VSUAA Membership Task Force Committee is searching for contact information for the chapters listed below. If you know anyone in these chapters, please forward their name, email address, and respective chapter to vsu4life.gtac@gmail.com.
- Betterment of Brothers and Sisters
- Prince William
- Surry/Prince George/Sussex
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VSUAA - Military Alumni Chapter | |
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The Virginia State University Military Science Department and Military Alumni Chapter cordially invite you to the Trojan Warrior Battalion Military Ball. Our Warrior Battalion Cadets and Cadre are eager to learn from your experiences and be inspired by your stories. Your presence would mean the world to them, showing them firsthand the legacy they are a part of.
Cost per ticket: $28.52 (includes fees)
If you have any questions, please reach out to Major Riccardo Paggett at rpaggett@vsu.edu, Cory Cousins at cory.cousins1@gmail.com, or Seena Tucker-Williams at seetuck@hotmail.com
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VSUAA - Northern Virginia Chapter | |
VSUAA - Baltimore Metro Chapter | |
VSUAA - Prince George's County (MD) Chapter | |
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2nd Annual VSUAA Prince George's County (MD) Chapter Sneaker Ball Scholarship Fundraiser
Ditch the uncomfortable heels and dress shoes, and grab those sneakers to kick it in style with the Trojans! Join us on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, from 8 pm to 12 am at Martin's Crosswinds in Greenbelt, MD.
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VSUAA - Richmond Metro Chapter | |
VSUAA - Woo Woo Alumni Chapter | |
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Join the VSUAA Woo Woo Alumni Chapter Members, Woo Alumni, Friends, and Family as we look back on 50 years of Woo honoring our beloved Founder, Dr. Paulette Walker Johnson, and the Original Woo Woos “OG’s”.
We are coming together to recognize and applaud these remarkable honorees, party, and give back. Tickets include dinner, dessert, dancing, fellowship, and entertainment. Formal attire is requested. Ticket proceeds support the VSU Woo Woo Alumni Chapter Programs & Initiatives.
Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024
Doors Open at: 5:45 pm
Location: Gateway Building, Virginia State University
Tickets available at: vsuaawoowooalumnichapter.org
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VSUAA - Washington, DC Chapter | |
VSUAA - Greater Triangle Area Chapter | |
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VSUAA- Greater Triangle Area Chapter (NC) will conduct a hybrid painting auction. One may bid on the Facebook Group Page (College Alumni Showcase Weekend April 5,6,7,2024) by clicking on the desired painting and placing your bid in the comments for the painting that one is bidding on. If one is not on Facebook, then he/she may contact Cicily Marsh to place bids at MISSCEECEE@GMAIL.COM
Also, one may contact Cicily Marsh for more information.
The auction will be completed on April 6, 2024, during the main event of the College Alumni Showcase Weekend. Bidders can also bid in person at the event, and the winning bidder does not need to be present.
Five Paintings donated by: Mr. Eugene Vango,
Retired VSU Fine Arts Professor
Artist: Mr. Eugene Vango
Two Paintings donated by: GTAC (NC) Member Gloria Boone
Artist: Unknown
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College Alumni Showcase Weekend, previously known as The TROJAN TAKEOVER at the VINEYARD, will be sponsored by VSUAA-GTAC (NC) in partnership with Seven Springs Farms & Vineyards on April 5 - 7, 2024.
On Friday, April 5th, there will be the Alumni Meet and Greet with Saxophonist Rick Elliott and DJ Soop. Saturday, April 6th, will be the main event, with entertainment provided by J Tucker & The Crew Band and DJ Swirlz. On Sunday, April 7th, there will be an Alumni Brunch with music by DJ Casper. Also, a Corvette Show is planned.
Enjoy the wine, entertainment, food trucks, fellowship, and fun. Please refer to the flyer below for more details. Early bird prices for the April 6, 2024, event are available for a short period.
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VSUAA - Phiner Ladies Alumni Chapter | |
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Phi Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated (Virginia State University) 95th Charter Anniversary Celebration.
Friday, April 12, 2024 / 2 PM
Adopt-A-School Service Project - Allergy/cold/flu and school supply drive
Lakemont Elementary School, Petersburg, VA
*Monetary donations are accepted by using the button below
Saturday, April 13, 2024 / 5 PM - 10 PM
Hollywood Glam 95th Charter Anniversary Gala
Appomattox Event Center, Petersburg, VA
*Tickets, sponsorship, and ad options can also be purchased by clicking on
the button below
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Our hearts go out to the bereaved families of our Fallen Trojans. May our prayers ease the pain of loss and comfort their family and loved ones.
Whenever you learn of the passing of a fellow Trojan, please help keep the Alumni Association informed by emailing info2@vsuaaonline.com.
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Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan Proposes Bill To Name Petersburg Post Office After VSU's First President | |
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Virginia State University is pleased to announce that Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan has proposed a bill to rename the Petersburg post office located at 29 Franklin Street after the University’s first president, John Mercer Langston. On Monday, February 26, an event was held outside of Langston Hall on the VSU campus to announce the bill, with remarks from university officials, Petersburg Mayor Sam Parham, and Congresswoman McClellan.
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VSU To Offer Free Courses To Students And Employees To Gain Skills In High-Demand Fields | |
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Virginia State University is pleased to partner with Coursera, a global online learning platform. This partnership will allow VSU students, faculty, and staff to earn industry-branded micro-credentials in high-demand fields, including software engineering, information technology, business, marketing, data science, and analytics from the world’s top companies. VSU students, faculty, and staff will be able to enroll in courses at no cost to them.
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VSU SWAM Vendor Fair 2024
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VSU Accounting Students To Provide Free Tax Assistance To Local Resident | |
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VSU accounting students are once again teaming up with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to offer free income tax preparation and filing assistance to 2023 individual and joint filers in the Tri-Cities area. This marks the 37th year that VSU students have provided this invaluable service to the community as part of the University’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
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Join the Virginia State University Credit Union by opening an account or applying for a loan. There are only 11 HBCU-based credit unions in the country. Consider banking with an African-American financial institution today. | |
Click here to be directed to the VSU Federal Credit Union website. | |
Become A VSU Class Coordinator | |
The VSU Class Coordinator Program comprises a loyal group of alumni representing their individual class years. Class Coordinators are considered University ambassadors who help build a strong connection between classmates and the University.
Class Coordinators are some of the most valuable volunteers for the University. Job requirements are simple: a minimal time commitment and the interest to keep in touch with VSU classmates and friends. Being a class coordinator is a great way to remain involved after graduation, and you can be as active as your schedule allows.
Class Coordinators work with the VSU Alumni Office to:
- Communicate regularly with classmates via letters, calls, emails, or social networking Websites.
- Keep classmates up-to-date on VSU events and news.
- Encourage and increase participation in alumni activities such as regional events and reunions.
- Brainstorm additional ways to keep your class connected.
- Serve as a reunion planning committee member in your special reunion years.
- Promote class giving and participation
- Provide the University of Institutional Advancement with updated contact information for classmates
If you want to become a class coordinator, please get in touch with the VSU Alumni Relations Office at (804) 524- 5045 or email alumni@vsu.edu.
(If you don't see your class year represented, please consider becoming a coordinator)
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Whether cruising down I-95 or traveling across the country, Trojan Pride Tags are a great way to display your love for Virginia State University by telling everyone on the road not only where you're from but also where your heart is! | |
The Virginia State University Alumni Association strives to promote and advance the interests of Virginia State University; to foster life-long relationships between the University and its alumni; and to promote the interaction of alumni with each other. | |
P.O. Box 2488, Petersburg, VA 23804 | (804) 605-6598 | stayinformed@vsuaaonline.com | | | | |
