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To improve patient health by ensuring access to high-quality, cost-effective medications and other therapies.

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AcademyHealth Student Chapter at VCU brings together students and faculty from around the University interested in health policy and health services research. The organization fosters collaboration, professional development and mentorship for student members.

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Monthly meetings, seminars, and guest speakers to acquaint students with the fields of health services research and health policy.
Eligible for AcademyHealth student dissertation grants and scholarships.
Networking and mentorship programs.
Collaboration with colleagues across the university.
Presentation practice and preparation.
Opportunities for internal financial assistance in conference preparations.

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Alpha Kappa Delta is the International Sociology Honor Society. Alpha Kappa Delta is a society of scholars (undergrad, graduate, and professional) who are committed to the ideal of Anthropon Katamanthanein Diakoneseion or to investigate humanity for the purpose of service. The society is dedicated to promoting excellence in sociological research on social problems and intellectual activities that lead to the betterment of the human condition. The Virginia Commonwealth University chapter was founded in 1970 and is the Delta Chapter in the State of Virginia.

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To broaden the knowledge of future pharmacists in the field of veterinary medicine and provide real life encounters working with veterinary professionals, patients, and the community.

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The mission of APhA-ASP is to empower pharmacy students through collaboration, education, and community engagement. We strive to foster a supportive environment that enhances professional development, promotes advocacy for patient care, and encourages lifelong learning. By connecting students with faculty, professionals, and the community, we aim to cultivate future leaders in pharmacy who are committed to advancing health and improving patient outcomes.

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The Art History Graduate Student Association (AHGSA) promotes academic and professional development among the graduate students of the Art History department. Our association helps new students adjust to graduate life while also helping those nearing graduation prepare for their professional careers. Utilizing an approach informed by horizontal solidarity, the AHGSA provides a multilayered support network for graduate students in the department. The primary concerns of this association are to address pedagogical issues related to our profession, to provide hands-on opportunities for professional, academic, and personal growth, to promote departmental and university service, and to foster graduate student interaction. The AHGSA also facilitates communication with faculty and staff to address graduate student concerns.

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APAMSA at VCU aims to advocate for and increase awareness of Asian-Pacific Islander American health disparities and engage in initiatives/projects in addressing those needs. We also strive to provide a platform for personal and professional development of API medical students.

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The Purpose of the BGSO is to:
1. Serve as a voice for the bioinformatics graduate students to help better future classes and the Master's program as a whole.
2. Create a networking platform across the entirety of the Bioinformatics Department, including mentoring undergraduates, staying connected to current and previous graduate students, and finding research opportunities among faculty members.
3. Increase awareness of the Bioinformatics Programs available at Virginia Commonwealth University to current and future students.

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The Biomedical Graduate Student Council (BGSC) at Virginia Commonwealth University was
established to improve representation of biomedical graduate students by providing a direct point
of communication between students and faculty. We aim to grow the program by promoting
interdepartmental collaboration, professional development, recruitment, community outreach, as
well as promoting the VCU BME community through social events. We hereby establish this
constitution.

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The Black Graduate Student Association (BGSA) is dedicated to the pursuit of professional excellence and comradery amongst black scholars at Virginia Commonwealth University. Our goal is to continue to support underrepresented students and promote the academic and professional desires of its members through various programs and activities. Additionally, the BGSA will provide a community inclusive of all expertise for ongoing growth and networking of its members.

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Brandcentral is established for the express purpose of bringing students together and establishing community within the Brandcenter graduate school.

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To offer the community opportunities for both cultural enrichment and professional development through professional, educational and social programming and to maintain a platform that empowers black student pharmacists and promotes equity within and beyond the pharmacy profession.

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The mission of the CARES Clinic at VCU is to provide compassionate, evidence-based physical therapy services focused on optimizing movement and improving quality of life of the uninsured and under-served members of the Greater Richmond Community. We aim to enhance the education of student physical therapists through clinical practice in addition to community engagement focused on health and wellness.

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The Chemistry Graduate Student Organization will put all efforts into supporting the chemistry graduate students. This includes professional development events, social events, etc.

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The mission of Chi Sigma Iota is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership, advocacy, and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the profession of counseling.

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CPFI's mission is to help pharmacy professionals grow spiritually and promote fellowship among pharmacists. We encourage the advancement of knowledge and ethics in the practice of pharmacy, as well as integration of faith into the practice of pharmacy.

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Counselor Education Student Networking Association (CESNA) at Virginia Commonwealth University sets out to provide networking and professional development opportunities to all counselor education students, as well as to provide information to the general public about the impact that school/college counselors have on the lives of children and young adults.

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The objects of this Chapter shall be to afford an opportunity for students of a
chemical science to become better acquainted, to secure the intellectual
stimulation that arises from professional association, to obtain experience in
preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences, to
foster a professional spirit among the members, to instill a professional pride
in the chemical sciences, and to foster an awareness of the responsibilities
and challenges of the modern medicinal chemist.

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The mission of the Graduate Student Association for the Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science is to promote the academic and professional development of graduate students within the department. We serve as a resource, providing support and advocacy, while fostering a collaborative community. Additionally, we act as a liaison between the department and the broader school, ensuring that student interests are represented and heard.

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The mission of this organization is to represent and serve the 56 members of VCU's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Class of 2026. For our members, we will strive to create a positive student experience, promote professional growth, and facilitate active involvement in the physical therapy profession. We hope to accomplish this through offering service opportunities that not only give back to the community but also foster PT-specific skill development, through hosting fundraising events for the Marquette Challenge, which raises money for PT-specific research, and by organizing events that enhance student satisfaction and the student experience.

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Represent the graduate students within the College of Engineering and provide networking and collaboration opportunities throughout the year.

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The purpose of this organization is to give graduate students in the field of forensic science an opportunity for networking with faculty and peers in a variety of concentrations through events, meetings, and monthly newsletters.

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Global Research Partners is a volunteer organization dedicated to global collaboration. We strive to help researchers and physicians abroad who need help editing their research papers/abstracts/posters in English to submit to journals and conferences.

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The Graduate Organization of Biology Students (GOBS) is committed to promoting the social, academic, and professional development of Graduate Biology students at VCU. GOBS strives to foster a community network for VCU's current Graduate Biology students and provide support for their advancement in the sciences.

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The purpose of the GSA is to:

Facilitate the appropriations process to all graduate student organizations,
Serve as an advocate for the issues and needs of the graduate students,
Support programs that enhance the academic skills, professional development, and social environment of graduate students,
Provide a forum for discussions on matters involving graduate students and their welfare at VCU,
Represent the interests of graduate students by being active members of campus committees and other pertinent university forums.

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The Graduate Writers Association (GWA) assists in the funding and organization of events for Virginia Commonwealth University's Department of English and facilitates the involvement of graduate students in literary readings and other projects. The primary purpose of GWA is to schedule and host Moveable Feast, the graduate student reading series, which showcases fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, and other alternative modes of writing. The Moveable Feast reading series is a cornerstone of the MFA program and provides a platform for writers to present creative work to the greater VCU and Richmond community. Moveable Feast also serves as the final thesis presentation for third-year MFA students graduating from the program.

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To support the department of health administration in creating the most innovative,
compassionate, and business-savvy leaders to reimagine healthcare.

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The Industry Pharmacists Organization at VCU is dedicated to enhancing student pharmacists’ understanding of the pharmaceutical industry by:
- Raising awareness of the roles that industry pharmacists play in drug development, appropriate medication use, and other aspects of industry.
- Creating opportunities for student pharmacists to connect with industry pharmacists. Providing opportunities to participate in industry-focused scholarly activity.
- Working with IPhO National and VCU School of Pharmacy school faculty/administration to promote access to industry-focused resources, materials, and experiential opportunities.

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The Integrative Life Sciences Student Organization (ILSSO) is committed to promoting the academic and professional development of doctoral students and candidates in the Integrative Life Sciences program at VCU. ILSSO strives to foster a community network for current students and provide support for their advancement in the sciences. ILSSO aims to do the following:
• Represent graduate student interest and voice in the department
• Establish collaborations between the MCV and Monroe Park campuses by bringing ILS students together
• Provide resources such as travel support and networking opportunities
• Create opportunities for teaching and outreach
• Organize social events and outings to enhance the graduate experience

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