Professional Academy
Build your resume. Sharpen interviews. Grow your network.
Developing Excellence is our Standard.
Mission
Developing Men of Color (DMC) empowers men of color through mentorship, academic support, professional development, leadership opportunities, and community service, fostering a strong brotherhood that helps students thrive in college and beyond.
Philosophy
DMC empowers men of color at VCU through brotherhood, mentorship, leadership, academic excellence, professional development, and community service, inspiring members to challenge stereotypes and create lasting impact on campus and beyond.
1000+
Members
500+
Alumni
8
Years of Excellence
Kaleb Brown
Cybersecurity Intern at Estes Express Lines
“I’m grateful for everyone at Estes who took the time to teach me, answer my questions, and help me grow throughout the summer. I’m leaving this experience with new skills, great connections, and a better understanding of where I want to take my career.”
Clyde Clark III
Intern at Two Capitols Consulting
"Through my work, I've been able to contribute to fundraising efforts, donor relations, campaign operations, and strategic initiatives while strengthening my research, analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills. Most importantly, working directly with senior leadership has taught me how to evaluate information, manage competing priorities, and make decisions with real financial and organizational impact."
Programs
DMC gives members multiple ways to develop: professionally, academically, socially, physically, and as campus leaders. Each pathway is designed to help students find their people and build real momentum.
Mentorship
Find guidance. Build brotherhood. Move with support.
Sports & Wellness
Stay active. Compete together. Protect your balance.
Committees
Lead projects. Serve campus. Build real experience.
Join the Professional Academy.
Join the Professional Academy to build your confidence, strengthen your professional presence, and prepare for internships and careers with support from DMC students and alumni.
Take the first step: schedule an appointment through Handshake.
DMC Events
Stay connected with DMC mixers, workshops, service days, sports, and general body meetings throughout the year.
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Sunday Spotlight: Samir Knight
AWS Ambassador | IT Support Intern
Today's Sunday Spotlight is Samir Knight, who recently received an offer to serve as an IT Support Intern at Amazon Web Services. Samir is also an AWS Ambassador, a high-level technical professional highlighted by cloud proficiency and expertise. What an achievement of excellence! We celebrate this milestone in your career journey with you, Samir!
“Being part of DMC has encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone, connect with other driven students, and continue growing professionally. Through my experiences in IT support, undergraduate research, and as an AWS Student Builder Campus Leader, I’ve had opportunities to develop my technical, communication, and leadership skills. DMC has reinforced the importance of networking, and taking advantage of opportunities that push me toward my career goals.”
- Samir Knight
Ready to connect with DMC?
Whether you are a student, alumni, campus partner, donor, or VCU employee, we want to help you find the right next step with Developing Men of Color.
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