5 pandemic-related movies to watch while social distancing
Jiana Smith, Contributing Writer COVID-19 has disrupted our normal schedules. As news outlets provide coverage on the coronavirus, it seems like times are growing bleak. However, there’s no need to panic. We can each do our part to prevent further spread of the virus through social distancing to “flatten the curve,” or slow the rate […]
COVID-19 shuts down the film industry
Aerin Fortes, Contributing Writer COVID-19 has brought much of the world to a standstill, and 2020’s most-anticipated films are no exception. It started with halting of films in pre-production and has now evolved into nonstop announcements regarding films that were set to release in the forthcoming months. On March 11, Tom Hanks revealed to the […]
VCU students lack necessary software, worry about self-discipline ahead of move to online classes
Anya Sczerzenie, Contributing Writer Hours away from Richmond at their Tennessee home, junior communication arts student Noelle Hepworth is worried they won’t be able to finish some of their most important projects. “I’m primarily worried about my 3D modeling class,” Hepworth said. “When I’m at school in the computer labs, I have access to a […]
Rams can stock their pantries at Commons, resources for student orgs operating remotely
Hannah Eason, News Editor Students in the VCU area can pick up goods supplied by Ram Pantry at the University Student Commons today until 4 p.m. There is no appointment needed to take a box of food from the Ram Pantry table near the circular driveway of the Commons, according to an email sent from […]
Family ties: Knapek twins bond on and off the diamond
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer If it weren’t for the numbers on the back of their jerseys, it would be hard to tell the Knapek twins apart. The biggest physical difference between the two is Carter Knapek is left-handed and is one inch shorter than Brooks Knapek, who throws with his right and is listed at […]