A smooth campus visit starts with the student’s official instructions and the exact building you need. Coordinate with the student before booking travel or assuming access to an account, room or academic record.
Get oriented
VCU has distinct Monroe Park and MCV campus destinations. Confirm the building and campus before booking parking or lodging; a general Downtown location is not a substitute for arrival instructions.
Plan arrival and move-in
Use the current housing or event instructions for arrival windows, unloading, parking and permitted items. Keep the confirmation available offline. Ask about accessibility needs and large-vehicle restrictions before arriving, and allow time for a different route during a busy campus event.
Coordinate family support
The institution’s family resources link the relevant campus offices. Let the student lead routine academic and support conversations where appropriate, and ask the University or College how authorized family access works. Avoid sharing account credentials as a shortcut.
Make time beyond campus
Choose a nearby meal or activity with enough flexibility for the student’s schedule. Confirm reservations and opening information directly. Use the academic calendar for planning but recheck housing closures and event-specific arrangements before purchasing nonrefundable travel.