Information for SOM Graduate Students
Whether you are enrolled in a clinical or research training program, VCU and the School of Medicine supports graduate students with a broad range of resources to facilitate and enhance their training experience.
Below are key resources available to all Doctoral, Master's, and Certificate trainees in the School of Medicine. Can't find what you are looking for? Please contact the School of Medicine Graduate Education Office for more information.
At VCU School of Medicine, we strive to foster an equitable, inclusive environment that is free from bias, discrimination and harassment, an environment in which our students can safely learn and thrive. We hold our students, other trainees and faculty to high standards, and expect professionalism and mutual respect among all learners and educators.
When issues arise that deviate from our values, we ask students to report them through any of the options below. Please note that each office handles the reports they receive with privacy and discretion, and several offices offer the option for anonymous reporting.
Don't know who to contact? Students should connect with their Graduate Program Director or the Associate Dean for Graduate Education for guidance.
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We encourage our students and researchers to maintain a healthy work-life balance, and Richmond is a wonderful place to engage in that well-rounded lifestyle. As the capital of Virginia since 1779, Richmond attracts students, faculty and staff from around the globe. The city’s location affords easy day trips to destinations like Washington, DC, Virginia Beach, Colonial Williamsburg and the Blue Ridge Mountains, among others.
As a mid-sized city with a metropolitan population of 1.3 million, Richmond provides stimulating activities while maintaining its intimate feel and unique vibe. Vibrant neighborhoods offer distinct, diverse experiences, with no shortage of art galleries, museums, music venues, restaurants, breweries and parks. For the outdoor enthusiast, you can’t beat the offerings in the city’s riverfront parks and urban wilderness areas such as white-water rafting, hiking, mountain biking and festivals.
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