Building a Résumé — and a Life
When people hear about UP RVA, they often think about school placement, transportation, or scholarships. All of that matters. But behind each of those supports is a longer arc —…
Putting Students First: Toby Desch on Ten Years of UP RVA
UP RVA’s story is one of growth — not just in size, but in purpose, structure, and impact. Toby Desch spent years building the foundation of the organization before handing…
The Heartbeat of UP RVA: A Story About Mrs. Marchelle
Every community has a center of gravity — the steady presence everything else orbits around. At UP RVA, that’s Operations Manger Marchelle Roane. Long before most people begin their day,…
From Student to Advocate: The Making of a Changemaker
When Caliyah Bennett talks about her path—from Richmond’s East End to Collegiate, to Denison University, and now to serving her community through AmeriCorps—she carries one theme through every story: possibility…
The Power of Belonging: UP RVA’s 9th Grade Pinning Ceremony
At UP RVA, we believe belonging is the foundation of success.That belief came to life this fall during our first-ever 9th Grade Pinning Ceremony — a new tradition welcoming our…
Join the UP RVA Middle School Program
The Middle School Application Process Thank you for your interest in the UP RVA Middle School Program! Our application process begins in the fall of 5th grade with key steps…
Find Your People, Find Your Places, Find Your Thing
Find Your People, Find Your Places, Find Your Thing UP RVA Students Explore James Madison University When our students visit a college campus, we want it to be more than…
Professional Mentor Opportunity
The Professional Mentor Program aims to pair UP RVA college students with experts in their chosen career fields. A professional mentor will guide a student through the transition from college to the…
UP RVA Releases Winter 2024 Quarterly Newsletter
UP RVA recently released its Winter 2024 newsletter, showcasing all the great things UP RVA students were up to this summer, plus exciting new initiatives for the organization. To join…
