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About Student Chapters:

SHRM Student Chapters are affiliated with SHRM and are established within educational institutions, such as VCU. These student chapters are designed to support and nurture the next generation of HR professionals. Here's what you can expect from our SHRM at VCU Student Chapter:

  • Professional Society Membership: As a chapter of SHRM, the world’s largest HR professional society, you’ll be part of a recognized organization that connects you with HR professionals, industry leaders, and valuable career resources.
  • Exclusive Professional Development: Your dues help us provide workshops, certification prep, and guest speakers from leading HR professionals.
  • Networking Opportunities: Funds support hosting networking events, collaborations, and alumni panels, helping you build valuable connections in the HR industry.
  • Hands-On Learning Experiences: Dues allow us to attend case study competitions and collaborate with local companies to provide real-world HR experience.
  • Conference Attendance & Events: We can offset costs for SHRM conferences, industry events, and local HR seminars, giving you direct access to HR leaders and career-changing opportunities.
  • Social & Community Building: Your support helps us organize social events and volunteer opportunities, and other activities that foster a supportive community that can be added to enhance your resume.
  • Leadership Experience: Serving on the e-board allows you to not only gain real leadership experience but add it to your resume for future employers to see your HR-related experience and commitment.
  • Graduation Stole: attend the required amount of events to earn your graduation stole

For more information about the national SHRM Org, visit www.SHRM.org

If you are a student interested in becoming a national member of the SHRM org, visit www.shrm.org/students

Our Mission Statement

Empowering rising HR and business professionals by fostering growth through professional development, networking, diversity and inclusion, and a strong community with guidance from both Richmond SHRM and National SHRM.

This organization does not restrict membership based on race, color, religion, national origin (including ethnicity), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), parenting status, marital status, political affiliation, military status (including veteran status), genetic information (including family medical history), sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, or disability. All VCU students who support the mission of our organization are welcome to participate in programs and events.