Virginia Commonwealth University issued a warning to its students and staff after two robberies occurred in two days near the downtown Richmond school's main academic campus.
Police have stepped up their presence on and around VCU properties in response to the robberies, said John M. Bennett, senior vice president for finance and administration, in a letter to the university community.
"Classes have begun and thousands of students are back on campus and surrounding neighborhoods for the new academic year," Bennett wrote. "This is a time of great opportunity for learning and socializing. We also want this to be a safe time for all of you."
Bennett urged everyone at the 33,000-student university "to be mindful of their personal safety, especially if you are new to an urban environment."
He also reminded students and employees of the VCU security Escort Service, which is available by calling (804) 828-WALK.
Two VCU students were robbed at gunpoint late Wednesday night near the southern edge of the Monroe Park campus, and early Friday morning, three students were robbed at gupoint near the northern edge of campus. No injuries were reported in either robbery.
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