Movie Review: ‘Paul’ takes subversive and hilarious take on ‘E.T.’
James Klentzman Contributing Writer It’s no “Shaun of the Dead” or “Hot Fuzz,” but “Paul” is still another funny comedy from Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. In a weird and subversive tribute to science fiction, especially to Stephen Spielberg, “Paul” features Pegg and Frost as two comic book nerds who encounter Paul the alien (voiced […]
RVA Fashion Week: Runway show benefits animals in need
Danielle Elliott Staff Writer Richmond Fashion Week’s first show of the 2011 season “Uncrated/Recreated,” was more than just a runway show – it was a benefit for the animals that receive care from the Richmond Animal League. The show featured some of the animals from the League, which is Richmond’s oldest non-profit, no-kill humane society. […]
Thousands rush streets after VCU loss, six arrested
Erica Terrini Executive Editor Richmond Police arrested six people for disorderly conduct on Sunday after VCU’s loss to Butler in the NCAA tournament Final Four game. Police said rocks, bricks and bottles were all thrown at officers. One officer was hurt after being hit by a brick, but they reported no serious injuries. Post-game, thousands […]
VCU reflects on accomplishments as historical run comes to an end
As VCU’s run in the NCAA tournament comes to an end, a look back shines a light on the occasion.
Unveiling of Slave Trail markers set for April 10
Larisa Robinson Capital News Service An “emancipation celebration” will be held April 10 in Shockoe Bottom to commemorate the unveiling of historical markers for the Richmond Slave Trail and the planned removal of asphalt covering a prominent African burial ground. The Richmond City Council’s Slave Trail Commission is sponsoring the unveiling of 17 markers along […]
STRUT VCU’s ‘Return of the Runway’ kicks off Richmond Fashion Week
Runway may not have actually ever left
VCU in a post-Final Four era
VCU in a post-Final Four era Robert Showah Opinion Editor The attention VCU has attracted over its remarkable climb to the Final Four is clear. Despite falling short of advancing to the national championship game, VCU’s unlikely run will have big consequences for the university, a major one being the almost inevitable strengthening of admission […]
Incentivizing education: going down the wrong road
Incentivizing education: going down the wrong road Colin Hannifin Columnist After the considerable success of President Obama’s “Race to the Top” program of incentives for primary schooling in grades K-12, he is pushing for a new, similar program for institutions of higher learning. These institutions, particularly sensitive to funding in these tough economic times, are […]
By the numbers
2: Turnovers per game senior point guard Joey Rodriguez averaged over the six NCAA tournament games. 5.2: Assists per game Rodriguez averaged over the season overall. 7.6: Assists per game Rodriguez averaged over the six NCAA tournament games. +16: Butler’s rebounding margin over VCU in their match on Saturday. 42: Amount of points VCU’s Jamie […]
Final Four by the numbers
As VCU reached the end of its journey in the NCAA tournament, Rams fans reflect on the men’s basketball team’s historic run. Here is a recap on some Final Four figures. 1,331 — miles from VCU to Reliant Park, Houston, Texas 22 — hours from VCU to Reliant Park $3.40 — the price of a […]