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VMI's 2026 Reports on Diversity to Governor Spanberger

VMI’s three 2026 quarterly Equity Audit Implementation Updates to Gov. Abigail Spanberger are now available for public review. The reports detail the Institute’s response to the 2021 Barnes & Thornburg audit, including diversity and inclusion initiatives, Honor Court changes, and cadet programs. The September report highlights VMI’s largest incoming class, 532 cadets, including 82 women, and a $50,000 grant for the Inclusive History Project. It also describes a Board of Visitors review of actions following the audit, proposed memorials honoring pioneering Black and female cadets, and efforts to strengthen athletics and Corps culture. Together, the February, June, and September reports document VMI’s stated actions and priorities. Read all three and other related reports at the link below. Reports covered: February 27, June 1, and September 1, 2026.

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