VCU promotes summer course registration through ad campaign
They’re plastered on the sides of buses. They’re on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook feeds and featured on televisions. They’re on posters lining the hallways of campus facilities. But why is VCU pushing so hard for summer course registration on advertisements? The marketing campaign, which began in 2015, is a an effort between the divisions of […]
Exhibitions explore traditional and non-traditional spaces
VCUarts students from a variety of departments hosted exhibitions between April 27 and 29 to commemorate the end of the semester and — in some cases — to obtain professional experience in formal and informal venues. Junior photography students planned and hosted “Up to No Good: A Photo Exhibition” on April 27 in a classmate’s […]
Students educate on fashion industry’s ethical concerns
The rise of fast fashion — a term encompassing brands like H&M, Forever 21 and Zara — has led to humanitarian and environmental concerns which VCU fashion students addressed on April 23 as part of Fashion Revolution Week. Members of VCU Assistant Professor Tammy Davis’s Survey of the Fashion Industry course stood around campus with […]
Inclusivity commission holds seminar for VCU women to network
The College of Humanities and Sciences’ Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity Commission hosted a forum for female journalism students to interview fellow female students, faculty and staff about the experience of being a woman in the professional realm. Topics of Wednesday’s discussion included the success of the LGBTQ community, sexual violence survivors and women of color. […]
Jesse Adcock signing off: Okay, Goodbye
Odds are, here at the CT is where it starts. I’m sure there are many writers in college that don’t engage with their student paper. I’m sure there are birds that fly backwards. I’m sure there are fish without gills that hold their breath for their entire lives. There are instances of unpredictable courses and […]
Review: the RVA All Day Block Party
The Broadberry hosted the RVA All Day Block Party on April 28, an all-day music festival featuring performances from local acts such as Dharma Bombs, Night Idea, Angelica Garcia and NO BS! Brass Band. Dharma Bombs opened up the night of music with their first performance in Richmond since December. They played the hits from […]
Movies to see during the summer 2018
With two weeks of finals standing in the way between you and your break, or your entrance into the real world, it can seem like there’s no hope. Well, I’m here to let you know there is a light at the end of the tunnel, specifically a projector light. This summer is looking to give […]
Constance Relihan to become new dean of the University College
Constance Relihan, a dean and professor at Auburn University, will take over the head position at the University College in July, VCU announced last week. As dean of the University College, her long list of responsibilities will include being the supervisor of the department’s faculty and acting as an advisor for its students. Shelli Fowler […]
Closely contested races mark debut of “Richmond Raceway Reimagined”
The two premier series of NASCAR visited historic Richmond Raceway over the weekend, and fans were treated to two races with nail-biting finishes, culminating with Joe Gibbs Racing sweeping both events at the iconic D-oval. After an offseason of renovations, the Raceway debuted a new, reimagined experience for fans. VCU’s student radio station, WVCW, also […]
Local vinyl shop celebrates Record Store Day
This year, vinyl record store Steady Sounds commemorated the 11th annual Record Store Day with special releases, DJ sets and a live performance from Virginia rapper Chance Fischer. Vinyl enthusiasts around the country hop from store to store in the hopes that they’ll score an exclusive release from their favorite artists for Record Store Day. […]