From: The Underground: Student Organization Resources Center
Date: February 14
Subject: Student Org Newsletter 2/14: We ❤️ Student Orgs!



Student Org Newsletter banner

Roses are red.
Rams? Black and gold. 
In both newsletters and love letters,
Keep important dates bold! 

🌹🖤💛🗓️🫶

As a token of our student org affection, we offer this newsletter stacked with important leadership opportunities, another chance to Mix & Mingle, and key space reservation and finance dates. Not to mention HOMECOMING IS COMING, Student Leadership Awards nominations are open, Alternative Spring Break is still accepting applications, and more!!! 

What can we say, student orgs? You had us at general body meeting. 💘
xoxo, The Underground 

Mix & Mingle

Know an org looking for more members? Or a student still searching for that perfect org?  

We've got you covered!

The Underground is hosting a Mix & Mingle for VCU's spiritual and religious organizations! Join us on February 17th from Noon - 2:00 PM in the Underground to connect with spiritual orgs, learn more about how to get involved, and meet other students looking for the same! So, if you're interested in joining a spiritual organization on campus, come out to February’s Mix & Mingle. Come ready to snack on some donuts. See you there! 

Student Leadership Awards 2026 nominations now open

Nominations are now open for VCU's annual Student Leadership Awards. SLA honors outstanding contributions and achievements in student organization leadership and community service. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to nominate organizations or individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to their communities. View the full list of available awards and nomination criteria on the Student Leadership Awards website. 


Submit your nominations by the March 6 deadline, and help us honor VCU's outstanding student orgs and leaders at the Student Leadership Award Ceremony on April 16.
Be a part of Homecoming with APB

Drift Together, Rams Forever
Feb. 22-28


1. Volunteer with APB

Show your VCU Hoco pride AND get to hang out with APB?! Sign us up! Complete this interest form to get in on APB’s homecoming volunteer team.

2. Check Out APB’s Homecoming Event Lineup

Kick the week off  with the Midnight Drift Hoco Fest on Feb. 22 at 8pm in the Commons Plaza. Then join us at the Reign of The Rams Homecoming Pageant on Feb. 23 at 7pm in the Commons Ballrooms. Lastly, gear up for the game at the Rams Gone Rouge Pep Rally in the Commons Ballrooms on Feb. 26 at 7pm. 

3. Be a Student Vendor at Midnight Drift Hoco Fest

APB is still looking for student vendors to be apart of our Midnight Drift Hoco Fest, so fill out this form to let them know if you’re interested!

 

Those are our top 3 ways to get involved, but there's so much more to check out! Vroom, vroom Ramily. 

Mosaic Celebration registration now open for Spring 2026 commencement! 

Sign Up Here!

Register for Mosaic Celebration
BOV and SCHEV student leader application

VCU selects two student leaders each year to serve as non-voting representatives to the VCU Board of Visitors (BOV) and the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) Student Advisory Committee.

These positions provide students with a meaningful opportunity to influence university decision‑making and statewide higher education policy.

Applications are open for the 2026–27 academic year. Each position carries a one‑year, non‑renewable termStudents currently serving in either role are not eligible to reapply.

Please complete the application form linked here by Sunday February 22, 2026 to be considered for either position. University officials will verify academic and conduct standing as part of the review process.

Open soon room reservations

Student orgs have priority to room reservations in the Student Commons, so run - don't walk - to reserve spaces for the Fall 26 and Spring 27 semesters.

Student orgs can submit their requests through the EMS webapp starting Tuesday, Feb 17th. 

Space is at a premium on campus, and student orgs get first dibs! Take advantage of your early access by planning and booking while space is still available.  

Visit Event Services in the Commons or email uscaevents@vcu.edu for support, and happy room reservation season!

2025-2026 Purchasing Deadlines

Feb 18: Purchase Request Deadline in RAMOrgs for Printed Apparel/Items

For more information on this semester's deadlnes, visit the 2025-2026 Purchasing Deadlines.

Alternative Spring Break application

Feeling less than inspired by your Spring Break plans? Apply for Alternative Spring Break!

Alternative Breaks bring together groups of VCU students for week-long, immersive community service experiences. Learn and serve with community partners right here in RVA or travel to Tennessee to meet VCU’s long term partner, the Jubilee Project. 

Friendly warning: new experiences, close friendships and life changing reflections are very common with ASB. It may be the best week ever.   

Mix and Mingle: Spiritual Org Edition on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 At 12:00 PM. No image description provided

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Mix & Mingle: Spiritual Org Edition

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12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Hey Ramily! If you missed the SOVO fair, don't worry. The Underground at VCU is bringing back our beloved Mix & Mingle Series! These events will provide students with the opportunity to learn about various campus organizations, organized by category. The second Mix & Mingle series is Spiritual. So, if you're interested in joining a campus spiritual organization, come out to November’s 'Mix & Mingle Event! Refreshments will be included.

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