Field hockey’s young talent returns with a drive to improve
Rodney Robinson, Contributing Writer Field hockey looks to improve upon last year’s record-setting season after the Rams fell to the top-seeded Saint Joseph’s in the Atlantic 10 Championship 1-0. “The end goal, I’d be lying if I didn’t say this, is to win the A-10 regular season and postseason championship, so that we can ultimately […]
Rogers, Rams to use last season as motivation
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer The Rams’ last season came to an end at the Siegel Center at the hands of Dayton in the final set of the Atlantic 10 Championship, leaving a sour taste in their mouths. “Every time we step on the court we just think about that moment and how much it stung […]
Cross country looks to improve with young team
Andy Riddler, Contributing Writer Men’s The men’s team remains young, but the growth of seven athletes entering their second year will be integral to the team’s progress throughout the season. Nicole Cook, director of cross country, said she hopes “the guys that were here would be able to lead them and make them hungry to […]
Former Gov. Douglas Wilder’s VCU contract renewed during sexual harassment investigation
Hannah Eason, News Editor Former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder’s contract has been renewed after an external investigation found him responsible of kissing a student more than 60 years his junior without her consent. Wilder’s contract was renewed on May 31, three months after the beginning of the sexual harassment investigation, and more than two years […]
5 new degrees fast-track VCU students to tackle Virginia teacher shortage
Hannah Eason, News Editor Travis Cooper, a special education teacher at St. Joseph’s Villa, said he would’ve majored in special education had it been offered when he attended VCU. Cooper, who graduated in 2018 with a major in history and english, said a focus in teaching could have shortened his time in school, as well as […]
Press Box: The Redskins need to be patient with rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins
Ryan Grube, Contributing Writer When the Washington Redskins’ 15th overall selection in 2018 was announced, the fan uproar that followed was rather familiar. Washington selected Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins with its first-round pick — the team’s first quarterback taken in the opening round since Robert Griffin III in 2012. The hype surrounding Griffin III […]
Photos: Freshmen move into on-campus residence halls
Water bottles were handed out in the humid weather Saturday as members of the class of 2023 moved into residence halls on Saturday. The incoming class has approximately 4,500 students. Nearly 2,000 are from Northern Virginia, and about 900 are from the Richmond metro area. Minority students represent 57% of the first-year class, and 32% […]
Photos: From The CT archives — streaking, Andy Warhol visits VCU, Confederate statues and more
Georgia Geen, Executive Editor Established 50 years ago, The Commonwealth Times has long documented VCU and Richmond. Over the years, the aesthetic and tone of the publication has swung back and forth between traditional — with modular design, columns and reserved journalistic language — and edgy, with stunning graphics, artsy layouts and, frankly, writing styles […]
VCUarts dean Shawn Brixey steps down
Andrew Ringle, Managing Editor Shawn Brixey is stepping down from his role as dean of VCUarts, effective Monday, according to a statement from the university. He will remain a tenured faculty member in the School of the Arts and an affiliate faculty member at the College of Engineering. Brixey has led efforts in education, research, […]
The mental health resources you should keep in mind at VCU
This story ran as part of a VCU Student Media Center summer special publication, The Compass, which serves as a guidebook for new students. Anya Sczerzenie, Contributing Writer It’s not uncommon for college students to struggle with their mental health from time to time. Luckily, most universities have resources to help students during difficult times, […]