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Brandcenter Class of 2025 celebrates commencement
June 4, 2025
The Brandcenter at VCU celebrated the Class of 2025 with inspiring speakers, heartfelt tributes, and a joyful sendoff into the creative industry.
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How Alyson Gaiser Built a Career in Advertising from Brandcenter to AKQA
February 24, 2025
Alum Alyson Gaiser, Senior Strategy Director at AKQA, shares career insights, lessons from Brandcenter, and advice for emerging professionals in advertising.
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Brandcenter students and program win big at 2025 Young Ones Awards
May 27, 2025
Across the One Show, ADC, and Portfolio competitions, 24 Brandcenter students were recognized as finalists and winners—bringing home coveted awards in the industry for their creative work.
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Admissions: Virtual Info Session
July 15, 2025
Learn about being a Brandcenter student and how we train the next generation of creative ad leaders.
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Admissions: Virtual Info Session
September 18, 2025
Learn about being a Brandcenter student and how we train the next generation of creative ad leaders.
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Admissions: Virtual Info Session
August 20, 2025
Learn about being a Brandcenter student and how we train the next generation of creative ad leaders.
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Love in a packing box? VCU Brandcenter students collaborate with advertising pros.
June 23, 2025
The production master class helps bring spec scripts to life in partnership with Richmond creative companies.
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Brandcenter Claims Global Spotlight at the 2025 D&AD New Blood Portfolio Awards
July 2, 2025
The VCU Brandcenter made a standout showing at this year’s D&AD New Blood Portfolio Awards, with students accounting for more than 20 percent of all advertising portfolio winners—more than any other a
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Shaping the Future of Creative Education: Brandcenter at the 2025 Cannes Lions Educator Summit
July 2, 2025
With over 40 educator participants from around the world, the summit created a rare, cross-disciplinary space for learning, listening, and building the future of creative education.
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Brandcenter Students Win Back-to-Back D&AD Black Pencils, Making Creative Education History
July 3, 2025
A group of VCU Brandcenter students have won a second consecutive Black Pencil, the competition’s ultra-rare and highest honor.