Voting is critical to rewriting the future
Ishaan Nandwani, Contributing Writer It seems that everywhere we turn, we’re confronted with the dangerous stakes of the future of our nation. With less than a month until the presidential election, our country is facing three major crises in public health, a struggling economy and systemic racism. During this politically turbulent time, there’s been a […]
VCU’s cancellation of study abroad programs is another win for COVID-19
Tagwa Shammet, Opinions Editor Upon coming to college, one of the experiences I was most excited for was studying abroad. During months and months of being locked in my home, I had endless time to plan my spring 2021 trip to the United Kingdom. Between applying for scholarships and finding a place to stay for […]
Former VCU volleyball star adjusts to playing professionally in Ukraine
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer Jasmin Sneed knew when she began her collegiate volleyball career that she would one day want to play professionally. However, Sneed graduated from VCU last spring, right when the sports world shut down due to COVID-19. Sneed, who holds the VCU blocks record with 692, continued to lift weights and train, […]
BoostHer initiative to strengthen women’s sports community
Kaitlyn Fulmore, Contributing Writer A successful run in the Atlantic 10 championship brought women’s basketball to a second-place conference spot, and a new VCU initiative is ensuring that these accomplishments –– along with those of other women’s teams –– are equally highlighted and celebrated. Women’s basketball redshirt guard Madison Hattix-Covington said some students weren’t aware […]
PRESS BOX: The Miami Heat maintain a legit shot to upset the Los Angeles Lakers
Ryan Grube, Contributing Writer Even since the departure of LeBron James, who decided to return to Cleveland following the 2014 NBA Finals, the Miami Heat have been able to stay afloat and remain competitive in an increasingly-tough Eastern Conference. Now in the 2020 NBA Finals against the Lakers, Miami is faced with a hefty challenge, […]
VCU offers virtual opportunities amid canceled study abroad trips
Katharine DeRosa, Staff Writer Senior Mika Hayashi has been planning her study abroad trip since her freshman year, getting all of her required coursework out of the way so she could spend her senior year in Japan. Now, following VCU’s cancellation of spring study abroad programs, Hayashi said she is disappointed. “I understand there’s nothing […]
VCU to hold virtual winter commencement
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer Another cohort of VCU seniors will celebrate their achievements at home, following VCU’s announcement of a virtual commencement ceremony for fall 2020 graduates. The graduation ceremony will honor August and December graduates, an Oct. 5 university release read, with a broadcasted and interactive celebration. Students and their families will receive a […]
Students call for ‘anti-racist’ curricula override, increased diversity in School of Education
Katharine DeRosa, Staff Writer A group of VCU students are awaiting a plan from the School of Education three weeks after releasing a petition that asked for “anti-racist” curricula and practices as well as diversified course readings and training. Erin Hanley, a doctoral student in VCU’s counseling education program, said The Collective is an organization […]
Panelists delve into protest coverage, upcoming election during virtual speaker series
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer The Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture kicked off its speaker series Tuesday with a discussion on race, media, and the 2020 election. Five panelists spoke in the event, moderated by VCU associate professor of journalism Aloni Hill and Robb Crocker, a podcaster, digital journalist and doctoral student in […]
What’s happening: Oct. 7 events calendar
See Something SAT. 10/10 Twin Brothers Band at Brambly Park Local blues quartet Twin Brothers Band will debut new music during their performance. Concertgoers are advised to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines at this free event. Reservations are suggested, as walk-ins will be restricted once capacity is met. To reserve tickets, […]