Brief Essay 1: It fair to suggest that there is no other University in the state of Virginia that foster a community of caring more than Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). With the university being located within the city of Richmond, it can be hard to separate one from another. This is due to VCU consistently contributing to improve not just the university but also the city it resides in. As a result, I feel VCU is Virginia Caring University because it cares about the health, safety and success of it students and faculty within its campus community. In addition to the well-being of the community of Richmond and the advancement of the city as a whole. On campus, VCU has taken many initiatives to ensure a safe living and learning environment for all its student, and residences. One in particular that I have benefited from using is Ram Safe and Ram Ride. With VCU being located in Richmond, there are many opportunities to secure internships and or jobs within the local community. The use of Ram Safe has really benefited me and my education here at VCU by allowing me to have a secure form of transportation when traveling …show more content…
VCU has many resources that students can access on campus and has on many campaigns to promote these resources. One in particular that symbolizes a community of caring is VCU Ram Pantry. Through its collaborations between students, organizations and sponsors from the local communities, VCU Ram Pantry have been able to develop an effort to combat food insecurity among students at VCU. I have able to participate in many of their programs and events on campus. Many of which has allowed me to learn more about the currently challenges that face the community. Furthermore, I have benefited from receiving my education here at VCU by being able to take part in programs the has helped me cultivate leadership skills and give back through