RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 15 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:

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Sept. 14, 2026

Gregory Donovan retires after four decades of inspiring students and helping to shape VCU's creative writing program

Donovan, the author of two poetry collections, was one of the forces behind online journal Blackbird and 'a passionate and committed teacher' during his tenure.

By Joan Tupponce