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Virginia State University president cites rapid enrollment growth, presses for capital funding
Summary
President Abdullah told the Senate Education Subcommittee that Virginia State University enrollment rose to about 5,600 students, that 70% are Pell-eligible, and that the university seeks capital funding including a library replacement amendment carried by Senator Deeds.
President Abdullah, president of Virginia State University, told the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee Education Subcommittee that Virginia State University (VSU) has grown to almost 5,600 students and is pursuing capital improvements including a library replacement.
"At VSU, we live by the slogan, greater happens here," President Abdullah said, describing the university's role and the importance of continued investment. She said enrollment rose from roughly 4,000 students in 2020 to about 5,600…
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