University faces dramatic increase in academic misconduct over the pandemic
Davina Efetie, Contributing Writer VCU experienced a dramatic increase in the number of academic misconducts reported during the 2020-21 academic year, according to an NPR article. Director of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Karen Belanger said in an interview that VCU reported 364 cases of academic misconduct in the 2019-20 year and 1,077 in the […]
VMFA celebrates Latino culture with Puerto Rico Family Day
Zahra Ndirangu, Contributing Writer Onlookers cheer as a young girl dances to traditional Puerto Rican music as she delightedly waves a small Puerto Rican flag in her hand. Her mother looks on with pride as she takes a video, memorializing the moment. “It makes me really excited to see how much she loves it,” said […]
Strong Start: Men’s soccer keeping up with nationally ranked teams as season begins
Arrick Wilson, Contributing Writer Last season, the VCU men’s soccer program struggled for success with a record of four wins, three losses, and three ties. Now, the Rams have been stepping up to the challenge of playing against some of the top-ranked teams in the nation. “I think past success doesn’t determine current or future […]
Robert E. Lee statue removed from Monument Avenue, community members celebrate
Katrina Lee, Contributing Writer A large crowd cheered along Monument Avenue on Wednesday as the Robert E. Lee statue was lifted from its pedestal and taken down. Gov. Ralph Northam’s order for the statue to be removed was carried out at approximately 8:55 a.m. on Wednesday after more than a year of legal challenges. The […]
Familiar faces in new volleyball coaching staff
Kaitlyn Fulmore, Contributing Writer The volleyball coaching staff has been revamped once again for a second straight season — this time, with familiar faces to the program. Former VCU setter Cecilia Blanchard (née Aragao) has returned as a graduate assistant, a position previously held by newly appointed assistant coach Aaron Gordon. Head coach Jody Rogers […]
Inside VCU student-athletes’ name, image, likeness deals
Noah Fleischman, Contributing Writer When the NCAA approved the name, image, likeness policy over the summer, VCU freshman forward Jalen DeLoach said he immediately knew the first person he wanted to work with — Migos rapper, Quavo. DeLoach said the partnership was a mutual feeling, as he was the first student-athlete contacted to promote Legends, […]
Robert E. Lee monument to come down
Katharine DeRosa, News Editor The towering Robert E. Lee monument is set to come down on Wednesday morning after over a year of legal entanglements. Gov. Ralph Northam ordered for the statue to be removed on June 4, 2020, 10 days after the murder of George Floyd in Minneanpolis. However, Northam’s executive order was blocked […]
University freezes Greek life recruitment
Katharine DeRosa, News Editor Greek life organizations gave away free goodies, taught chants to students and created email sign-up lists in anticipation of recruitment at the Student Organization Fair. One week later, the university announced a freeze on fraternity and sorority recruitment and intake. “All new fraternity and sorority member activities, including recruitment and intake, […]
Professors call on VCU to enforce vaccine mandate
Emma Carlson, Contributing Writer The university announced disciplinary measures leading to possible withdrawal for students who do not comply with VCU’s vaccine mandate, on Friday. The university announced a vaccine requirement for students on June 7 and again for faculty and staff on Aug. 9, stating that students who do not comply with the mandate […]
First Fridays Art Walk continues to shape Richmond arts community during pandemic
Swaay Cook, Contributing Writer Music erupts from all around. Chatter can be heard from onlooking crowds. The galleries and museums are visited slowly at first, but as the night goes on the crowds begin to grow. The First Fridays Art Walk, hosted by the Downtown Neighborhood Association, has been a monthly event highlighting Richmond arts […]