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Developing Men of Color Mixer
Join us for the 9th Annual DMC Mixer on September 13th, 2026 from 4-8pm. Connect with the brotherhood, meet campus leaders, and build your network with other men of color.
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.
DMC Events
Stay connected with DMC mixers, workshops, service days, sports, and general body meetings throughout the year.
View CalendarSunday Spotlight
Noah Benyam
2026 Boeing Finance Intern
Today’s Sunday Spotlight is Noah Benyam, who recently excepted his offer as a 2026 Boeing Finance Intern. What an achievement of excellence! We celebrate this milestone in your career journey with you, Noah!
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“The community I've had at DMC has pushed me to want to achieve more for myself and to make sure I was prepared for the opportunities that came my way. I am very thankful for all the tools I've been given by DMC to succeed and I'm very blessed to say I've accepted an offer from Boeing as a Finance Intern.”
- Noah Benyam
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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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