‘No way to prevent the spread of bed bugs,’ university spokesperson said after Cabell cleared last week
Katie Hollowell, Contributing Writer Cabell Library is free of bed bugs after last week’s inspections, but a university spokesperson says there is “no way to prevent the spread of bed bugs.” “They are carried into public spaces in the folds of clothing, suitcases, backpacks, etc. So the focus is on treating spaces once there is […]
What’s happening: Sept. 25 events calendar
See Something THURS., 9/26 Pups on the Plaza The Center for Human and Animal Interaction will host a fundraising event featuring the “Dogs On Call” therapy dogs. Meal tickets and T-shirts can be purchased in advance. For more information, contact Jessica Hale at jessica.hale@vcuhealth.org or 804-628-2532 or visit chai.vcu.edu. 11 a.m. – 2 […]
Rams in Recovery opens space for students to feel welcome
Taylor Toben, Contributing Writer Rams in Recovery, a program established within VCU Student Affairs, has recently opened its doors in a home-like clubhouse on Cathedral St. Established in 2013, the program provides a safe space for students recovering from substance use. Students can come in to study, hang out and exist within the supportive community […]
Former students create social media platform for nonprofits
Iman Mekonen, Spectrum Editor In the heart of downtown Richmond is a tall, modern-looking brick office building. In this space, along with other small business startups, is the home of OneGivv, a social media platform designed to bring nonprofits, donors and volunteers closer together. The company, which was founded in 2017 by former VCU students […]
Them Coulee Boys bring Midwest Americana to Virginia
Quentin Rice, Staff Writer “All we know about your state so far is this restaurant, a gas station and those cool little stickers they hand out that say ‘Virginia is for lovers,’” said guitarist and vocalist Soren Staff to an attentive evening crowd. “And we’ve loved it so far.” Them Coulee Boys, an Americana band […]