The professional Richmond chapter of AITP sponsors the student chapter at VCU, and student members may participate in Richmond chapter activities. Membership is open to all students interested in careers in information systems or related areas. The faculty advisor is Dr. Roland Weistroffer. Membership is the highest national recognition that can be bestowed upon a student in a business school accredited by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business. To be eligible for membership, a student must rank in the upper 7 percent of the junior class or upper 10 percent of the senior class.
Members participate in a variety of professional and service activities.
Leaders from the business community are invited to speak at chapter meetings. Several plant tours and site visits are arranged each semester. Membership is by invitation to all business students who have demonstrated an interest in active participation in chapter activities. The faculty advisor is Dr. Iris Johnson. The student chapters are affiliates.