Alumni and Donors

We are RAMily

VCU School of Nursing alumni are at the forefront of the profession, providing compassionate care to patients and communities, advocating for policies that improve outcomes, and leading innovative research that advances nursing practice. We want to hear from you, celebrate your personal and professional achievements, and explore ways we can continue to collaborate with you. Your insights, experiences and support are invaluable in shaping the future of nursing education and practice.

Your Support Matters

We depend on the support of donors to provide opportunities to make important and innovative contributions to the nursing profession, health and health care. From student scholarships and faculty support to community outreach efforts, donors like you make it all possible.

Ways to Give

Stay Connected

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Update Your Info

Send your personal, professional, and change of address updates so we can recognize your accomplishments and stay in touch.

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Connections Magazine

Read the official magazine for the School of Nursing.

Latest issue (winter 2025)

Alumni and Friends Newsletter

Check out all the latest and greatest news and events from the school.

Read the latest issue

Get Involved

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Serve as a Preceptor

Are you a licensed RN, NP, PA or MD with at least one year of applicable experience in your field? Interested in precepting senior undergraduate nursing students or graduate-level family, acute and/or psych nurse practitioner students? Contact one of our clinical placement specialists to learn more.

Sarah Blom, undergraduate clinical placement specialist, firebaughsm@vcu.edu
Christy Cheesman, graduate clinical placement specialist, cheesmancm@vcu.edu

Other Alumni Resources

Guaranteed Admission

All VCU School of Nursing alumni with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree are guaranteed admission to any VCU nursing graduate program provided they meet the admission requirements and there's space availability. Browse our graduate programs to learn more.