May 25, 2021 RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia Union University Board of Trustees voted, during its May 2021 meeting, to invest over $8.9 million in the suitability of the university. The investment will improve the quality of education and life for students, staff, and faculty, through actions including the creation of new degree programs and the expansion of the campus. This historically significant investment is crucial in meeting VUU’s Strategic Goal of becoming a Best-in-Class university and being recognized as a top Historically Black College and University (HBCU). “The Board of Trustees is focused on the sustainability and continuous growth of Virginia Union University,” said Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, Chairman of the VUU Bord of Trustees. “We are excited about the tremendous growth and improvements made despite the global health pandemic. VUU is committed to it’s mission and will continue to make innovative decisions that will prepare our 21