What is the Office of Student Advocacy?
The Office of Student Advocacy champions the rights, welfare, and academic success of every VCU student. We serve as a one-stop-shop that connects students and their supporters to on and off campus resources and services, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all students can thrive and reach their full potential.
Our advocates actively listen to students and provide the necessary resources and support to resolve their concerns, questions, or complaints effectively. They are also adept at explaining university policies and procedures, ensuring students comprehend their implications.
What resources does the Office of Student Advocacy offer?
- Academic advocacy, conflict resolution, and support referrals
- Assistance with navigating policies and procedures
- Caregiver resources for expecting, parenting, or caregiving students
- Complaint reporting and resolution
- Emergency housing and funding
- Financial advocacy and referrals to financial supporters
- Food insecurity resources (Ram Pantry, applying for SNAP benefits)
- Grief and bereavement support after the death of illness of a friend/relative
- Injury, illness, and mental health support and referrals for wellbeing services
- Off-campus housing support
- Parent/family/supporter programming, support, and outreach
- Referrals within the campus and greater Richmond communities
If you don't know where to start...start with us! We're here to help!
