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VCU Brandcenter Students Earn D&AD New Blood Pencils and Portfolio Awards
July 8, 2026
From cloning Tom Brady (in chocolate) to serving luxury microplastic cuisine, Brandcenter students and their portfolios win at D&AD.
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Vann Graves reflects on the lasting impact of great ads for Ad Age
June 25, 2026
In an opinion piece for Ad Age, Brandcenter's Executive Director reflects on culture and iconic ads like McDonald's "The Showdown."
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Brandcenter Expands Global Impact at Cannes Lions 2026
June 22, 2026
Between our Cannes Lions Study Abroad Program, the Educator's Forum, and the Roger Hatchuel Academy, Brandcenter can be find all over Cannes.
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Alum Kevin Weir launches Weirwork with animated spot for self-care app Finch
June 11, 2026
Whatever It Takes to Get Through the Day," blends humor, honesty and impressive craft to celebrate the weird habits that help us get by.
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Brandcenter Celebrates the Class of 2026
May 15, 2026
The Global CMO of Havas Health and Co-founders of Breaking and Entering Media joined us in Richmond, VA to send off the graduating class.
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Twenty-five Brandcenter students recognized in the 2026 Young Ones Awards
May 14, 2026
Twenty-five Brandcenter students and recent alumni had work recognized in the 2026 One Club for Creativity's Young Ones Awards.
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Brandcenter welcomes Shazzia Khan and Breaking and Entering as special guests for this year’s commencement
May 4, 2026
The Global Chief Marketing Officer at Havas Health and co-founders of Breaking and Entering Media to speak at 2026 graduation.
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Principles Over Prompts: How Brandcenter is Navigating the AI Era
April 7, 2026
Micah Berry, Associate Director of Technical Training, talks through the effects of generative AI and new technology on creative education.
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Jeff MacDonald on AI, Hiring, and the Future of Creative Work
March 19, 2026
In the age of AI, Brandcenter students learn how to stand out in the hiring process from industry leader Jeff MacDonald.
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Do the things that scare you
March 13, 2026
A second year art direction student reflects on leaving home, pursuing a creative career, and finding community at the VCU Brandcenter.