Virginia Union UniversityStudent Guide

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University in Richmond, VA. Operating on a semester system.

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Richmond, VA
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Student guide · Fall 2026 Sub-term 5

The semester, explained for Virginia Union University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Sub-term 5
Campus terms
11
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Sub-term 5 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

14 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Sub-term 2
  2. Fall 2026 Sub-term 4
  3. Fall 2026 Sub-term 5Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Sub-term 6
  5. Fall 2026 Sub-term 7
  6. Spring 2027 Sub-term 8
  7. Spring 2027 Sub-term 9
  8. Spring 2027 Sub-term 10
  9. Spring 2027 Sub-term 11
  10. Spring 2027 Sub-term 12
  11. Summer 2027 Sub-term 13
  12. Summer 2027 Sub-term 14
  13. Summer 2027 Sub-term 15 (Ignite)
  14. Summer 2027 Sub-term 16

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Campus language

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11 terms

H

Hartshorn
Hartshorn Hall, a primary residence hall for women.

N

Newman
Newman Hall, a primary residence hall for men.
NPHC
National Pan-Hellenic Council, the governing body for historically Black Greek-letter organizations.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student governing body.
Storer
Storer Hall, a campus residence hall.

T

The Caf
The Henderson Center dining hall, the main campus eatery.
The Den
The Panther's Den, a casual dining spot for snacks and quick meals.
The Union
The most common shorthand name for Virginia Union University.
The Yard
The central campus grounds where social gatherings and Greek life events occur.

V

VUU Ambassadors
Student representatives who lead campus tours and assist with university events.

W

White
White Hall, a campus residence hall.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Coburn
Coburn Hall, one of the oldest and most historic buildings on campus.
henderson_dining_hall
Henderson Dining Hall
MyVUU
The online portal where students manage registration, financial aid, and academic records.
Panther Card
The multi-purpose student ID card used for meals, library access, and building entry.
panther_brew
Panther Brew
panther_grill
Panther Grill
Pickford
Pickford Hall, a central academic and administrative building.
The Belgian
The Belgian Friendship Building, a historic structure originally from the 1939 World's Fair.
VUU 411
The university's system for disseminating important news and campus-wide announcements.
Wilder
The L. Douglas Wilder Library, named after the first African American governor in the U.S.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Sub-term 5 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
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Life in Richmond for Virginia Union University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Richmond.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,430

Cost of Living Index

98

Student Population

34,000

City Transportation

Walkability

51

Bikeability

51

Public Transit

GRTC Pulse, GRTC bus system

Nearest Airports

Richmond International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

60.4°F

Avg Snowfall

10.4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

MacVicar Hall Lot

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Free for on-campus residential students with a decal.

Hovey Field Lot

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Free for graduate students, commuters, faculty, and staff with a decal.

Presidential Lot

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Free for graduate and commuter students; overnight parking is prohibited.

Campus News

Latest updates from Virginia Union University

Virginia Union Remains Unbeaten as Championship Race Intensifies

The Panthers recorded their third shutout of the season with a commanding 62-0 victory over Lincoln (Pa.), keeping them undefeated in CIAA competition heading into the final week of the regular season.

Nov 3, 2026

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Two Injured in Double Shooting Near Campus Dining Hall

Richmond police reported a double shooting involving two men on the 1500 block of N. Lombardy Street during homecoming celebrations; injuries were non-life-threatening.

Oct 26, 2026

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VUU Rises in 2027 U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings

Virginia Union University climbed more than 30 positions to No. 35 in Social Mobility among Regional Universities in the South and ranked No. 42 among HBCUs.

Sep 22, 2026

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Police investigate second shooting in one week on N. Lombardy Street; no ongoing threat to campus identified.

Police investigate second shooting in one week on N. Lombardy Street; no ongoing threat to campus identified.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Virginia Union University

Virginia Union vs. Virginia State (Rivalry Game)

November 7, 2026

Ettrick, VA

The annual regular-season finale and rivalry matchup between the Virginia Union Panthers and the Virginia State Trojans.

77th Ellison-Jones Convocation

November 9, 2026

1500 N. Lombardy St, Richmond, VA (Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology)

The 77th annual convocation presented by the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, described as a prophetic moment for the community.

Thanksgiving University Holiday

November 27, 2026

Campus-wide

University holiday; campus offices closed and classes suspended for the Thanksgiving break.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Virginia Union University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

6 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Baptist Memorial Hall

Huntley Hall

Kingsley Hall

MacVicar Hall

Martin E. Gray Hall

Storer Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@vuu.edu

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