Virginia State University Alumni Association

Washington DC, Chapter

Thank You For Visiting Our Website


Dear Alumni and Friends,

Patrick Johnson, Chapter PresidentThank you for visiting our website. We hope you find something on our site that will spark your interest in joining our chapter. The Washington, DC Chapter not only covers the Nation's Capital but also the surrounding Maryland counties of Prince George's and Montgomery.

We would be very happy to answer any questions that you may have and hope you will decide to join us at our next monthly meeting or upcoming event to see what you've been missing.

In the Trojan Spirit,

Patrick Johnson

Patrick Johnson, '04, Chapter President
chapterinfo@vsuaadc.com

Join Us At Our Next Chapter Meeting! 

Whether new to the Washington, DC area or just looking to meet or reconnect with fellow Trojans, we welcome you to our monthly Chapter meetings! Meetings are open to all alumni, friends, and supporters of the purpose and objectives of the Virginia State University Alumni Association and its Washington, DC Chapter. 

Monthly Chapter Meetings :
Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from September thru June. (The Chapter is on summer break during the months of July and August).


Meeting Location:

Currently the chapter is meeting virtually.  To obtain the meeting link please send an email to:  chapterinfo@vsuaadc.com 

Meeting Time:
7:00PM - 9:00PM

News and Announcements 


SAVE THE DATE - VSU Homecoming 2024  (October 11 - 12, 2024) 



Join or Renew Your Membership With The VSUAA-DC Chapter Today

Membership in both the Virginia State University Alumni Association and its Washington, DC Chapter is all about pride - pride in Virginia State and pride in the ability to enhance the lifelong "Trojan" experience of SERVING, INVOLVING, and INFORMING our alumni, students (current and future), and friends of the University.  Chapter Memberships is $60 per year, $30 of which stays with the chapter and $30 goes to the National Alumni Office. You can pay your dues online or download a membership form by checking here.  Downloaded forms can be either mailed or brought to the next chapter meeting.

Chapter Member Spotlight 


The Washington, DC Chapter is proud of its members. Like many VSU alumni, our membership includes great individuals who posses a host of talents, hobbies, and careers. This section allows the entire VSU community to get to know our fellow Chapter members alittle better and learn more about their experiences both at VSU and here in the Washington, DC area.

 
FrannName: Frann Burt  
Hometown: East Hartford, Connecticut  

Graduated VSU: Class of 1984
Degree: Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration

Other Degrees:  
PMI - Project Management Professional (2007) and Scrum Alliance - Certified Scrum Master (2013)


First job after college:  I was a substitute teacher with the East Hartford Public School system and Reservation Sales Agent with American Airlines for about a year.  I went on to work for Cigna Corporation as a Benefits Administrator.


Current position held:
 I currently work for Capital One Bank as an IT project manager/Scrum master. 


How long have you been active with the Chapter:
I have been active with the Chapter since 2002. 


What positions have you held within the Chapter:
  I am currently the Chapter's Financial Secretary.  I am a member of the Scholarship Committee and also chaired the Christmas Party from 2005-2010.


Professional Memberships/Community Involvement: 
Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - DC Chapter. Member of the nominating committee (2009);  Co-chair of the 90th Anniversary Committee (2010); V endor chairperson for Delta Founder's Day (2012-2014); Co-Chair  Public Meeting (2014) and m ember of the National Pan Hellenic Council - DC Chapter (2014).


I am also a member of the Professional Travel Agents of North America - MD Chapter.  There I have served as Vice President (2010 - 2012); Corresponding Secretary (2012- present); and the Sunshine chairperson (2012 - present)

Chapter Member Spotlight 


Name: Virginia Christine Bell Lawson
Hometown: South Hill, Virginia 

Graduated VSU: Class of 1961
Degree: Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Education (Virginia State College) 


First job after college: Assistant to the Director, Office of Student Employment and Graduate Placement, Howard University

Last position held: Confidential Executive Assistant to the Director, George Meany Center for Labor Studies, Silver Spring, MD


How long have you been active with the Chapter: I have been active with the Chapter for more than 26 years.


What positions have you held within the Chapter: I served as Chapter Treasurer for 12 years. I have also served on various committees to include serving as Chair, Scholarship Committee and Co-Chair, Raffle Committee. I am also the liason between the Chapter and the George Meany Center regarding our meeting space.


Professional Memberships/Community Involvement: Member of The People's Community Baptist Church; the Snowden's Mill Homeowners Association (Silver Spring, MD); and the AFL-CIO Retirees Association.

Chapter Member Spotlight 


Name: Franklin H. Johnson Jr.  
Hometown: Charles City County, Virginia 

Graduated VSU: Class of 2004
Degree: Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems 


First job after college: Site Director of a SOL remediation program in Charles City Public Schools and FedEx Kinkos as a retailer 

Current occupation: Chief Operatons Officer for Elliott, Harris, Johnson Enterprises. 


How long have you been active with the Chapter: I have been active with the Chapter since 2005.


What positions have you held within the Chapter: Prior to becoming Chapter President, I co-chaired the Recruitment; Holiday Party; and Scholarship Committees.  I also currently serve as the Chapter's Board Representative to the National VSU Alumni Association and in this capacity I serve as the Association's National President. 


Professional Memberships/Community Involvement: Member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Band Fraternity, Inc.; Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc,; and Iconic Lodge No. 17 Prince Hall Freemasonry.

Membership Only 

This section is intended only for current financial members of the Washington, DC Chapter. To gain access, one must be a current financial Chapter member under one of the following membership designations:

  • Annual Member
  • Associate Member
  • Life Member

This section provides online access to valuable Chapter resources that include:

  • Chapter By-laws
  • Chapter Newsletters 
  • Roster of Financial Chapter Members 
  • Roster of At-large alumni located within the Washington, DC metropolitan area 
  • Chapter Meetings Minutes 
  • Current Chapter Treasurers' Report
  • National Alumni Association Minutes and Reports 
  • Ability to update your Alumni Information
  • Discussion Board

If you are financial member with the Washington, DC Chapter ...send an e-mail to chapterinfo@vsuaadc.com  to request a username and password.