Virginia State University Alumni Association - Greater New York Chapter

06/03/2026

🎓💙🧡 Celebrating a Legacy of Excellence at Virginia State University 🧡💙🎓

The Greater New York Alumni Association proudly joins the Virginia State University community in celebrating Dr. Emmanuel Omojokun on receiving an Honorary Doctorate at VSU’s Spring 2026 Commencement and recognizing his remarkable 37 years of transformative service to our beloved university.

Dr. Omojokun’s impact on Virginia State University is immeasurable. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in numerous leadership roles, including Dean of the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business, while championing innovation, academic excellence, and student success.

Among his many accomplishments, Dr. Omojokun:
🔹 Founded VSU’s Computer Science Program in 1994
🔸Established the VSU Center for Entrepreneurship in 2015
🔹 Helped launch the University’s MBA Program
🔸Played a pivotal role in bringing internet connectivity to campus and developing VSU’s first website and local computer network
🔹Helped expand opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders throughout the Richmond region
🔸Created a student endowment fund that continues to support future generations of Trojans

His visionary leadership, dedication to education, and unwavering commitment to Virginia State University have left an enduring legacy that will continue to inspire students, faculty, staff, and alumni for years to come.

As Dr. Omojokun prepares for retirement on July 1st we extend our deepest gratitude for his service and congratulate him on this well-deserved honor.

👏🏾Please join us in thanking and congratulating Dr. Emmanuel Omojokun for 37 years of extraordinary leadership and service to Virginia State University!!

💙🧡

05/20/2026

🚨VOTING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN🚨

LETS GO!!!! The VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY GOSPEL CHORALE has been nominated for HBCU CHOIR OF THE YEAR for the STELLAR AWARDS and we need EVERY Trojan, alum, supporter, family member, and friends to SHOW UP & SHOW OUT! 🧡💙

🎶 HELP US BRING IT HOME! 🎶

✅ Scan the QR Code
✅ Visit https://www.stellarawards.com
✅ CAST YOUR VOTE TODAY!

🌐 Stellar Awards Voting

📅 Public Voting is OPEN NOW through JUNE 1st!

Every single vote matters, and we truly appreciate all of the love, support, prayers, and encouragement shown to the VSU Gospel Chorale family!
Let’s make history together! 🙌🏾🔥

LET’S VOTE, SHARE, REPOST & REPRESENT VSU LOUDLY! 🧡💙

The Stellar Gospel Music Awards is the first televised gospel music show honoring gospel music artist Kirk Franklin, Jekalyn Carr, Cece Winans, Tasha Cobbs, Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Marvin Sapp, Jonathan McReynolds, Donnie Mclurkin, Tye Tribett, Fred Hammond and many more.

05/08/2026

🎓🧡💙Congratulations to our very own Greater New York Chapter of the Virginia State University Alumni Association member, Dr. Zakiyyah Ali, on earning her Doctorate in Education from Howard University!

Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence continue to inspire us all. We are incredibly proud of this outstanding accomplishment and celebrate this milestone with you.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Zakiyyah Ali on this well-deserved achievement! 👏🏾✨

05/07/2026

Hail State 💙🧡💙🧡

05/04/2026

🚨 We’re SO close! 🚨

We are just $39 away from reaching our fundraising goal! 🙌🏽 Every single contribution has brought us this far, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.

Good news the fundraiser is STILL accepting sales, so there’s still time to help us cross the finish line! 🎯

If you’ve been meaning to support, now is the perfect time. Let’s push through together and make this happen!

Thank you for continuing to show up and show out for us! 💙🧡@✨

05/04/2026

🚨 FINAL PUSH 🚨

We are ONLY $320 away from reaching our fundraising goal! 🙌🏾

Today is the LAST day, and we have less than ⏰ 2 HOURS left before the fundraiser closes. Every single dollar counts and gets us one step closer to the finish line.

If you’ve been meaning to give, now is the time. If you can’t donate, please share this post to help us reach others who can!

Let’s come together and finish STRONG 💪🏾✨🧡💙

05/03/2026

We’re halfway there!!!! Day 3 of 4! 🍿🔥

The Greater New York Chapter of the VSU Alumni Association’s Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser is in full swing, and we need YOUR support to push us across the finish line!

Every purchase brings us one step closer to reaching our $5,000 goal and continuing the impactful work we do in our community. If you haven’t had a chance to support yet, now is the perfect time
and if you already have, THANK YOU! 💙🧡

Let’s keep the momentum going:
✔️ Share this post
✔️ Scan the QR code
✔️ Grab some gourmet popcorn for a great cause

We only have ONE more day after today let’s finish STRONG!

05/01/2026

🍿✨ It’s OFFICIAL — We’ve Begun! ✨🍿

The Greater New York Chapter of the Virginia State University Alumni Association is excited to kick off our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser and we need YOUR support!

📅 Day 1 of 4 is here, and every purchase gets us one step closer to our goal of $5,000 to support our chapter’s impact and initiatives.

💙 Why support?🧡
Every bag of gourmet popcorn helps us continue meaningful work in our community while you enjoy a delicious treat delivered straight to your door 100% contactless!

👉🏾Click the link or scan the QR code on the flyer to order today!
👉🏾Share this post with family & friends to help us spread the word!

Let’s keep the momentum going strong, together we can make it happen!

04/29/2026

🍿 Popcorn with a Purpose! 🍿

The Greater New York Chapter of the Virginia State University Alumni Association has officially launched our Double Good popcorn fundraiser!

Whether you’re craving some Sweet Heat or classic Caramel, every bite helps us make an impact. 50% of every single purchase goes directly to our chapter to support our upcoming initiatives and needs. 🧡💙

🕒 Don’t Wait!

Our online store is open for a limited time only.

• Deadline: Sunday, May 4th

Let’s show up for our chapter and enjoy some delicious treats while we’re at it. Thank you for your continued support!

Hail State!

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/so4379tm

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

03/31/2026

The VSU Alumni Association Greater New York Chapter was proud to be in attendance on Monday, March 30th at the Brooklyn Nets HBCU College Fair located at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Facility.

Members Robert Dock and Cheryl Marius represented Virginia State University with pride as they connected with students and families from across New York City. It was a great opportunity to share information about VSU, talk about the Trojan experience, and encourage future scholars to consider joining the VSU family.

We are proud to continue representing Virginia State University and supporting students as they plan their college journey💙🧡