VCU professor creates free naloxone bike to combat opioid crisis
Claire Darcy, Contributing Writer Since 2016, VCU students have flocked to a bright red bicycle stationed on campus for a hot cup of free coffee. The servers, however, offer more than advertised. Created by John Freyer, an associate professor of cross disciplinary media, the free hot coffee bike is used in tandem with Rams in […]
Students spent the holidays at home and on campus over long winter break
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer Junior psychology major Annika Patel stayed on campus for the majority of break, but went home for the holidays and her brother’s birthday. “It was a hassle because I had to quarantine before, which means I had to miss a week of work,” Patel said. In order to limit her public […]
COVID-19 vaccine to roll out for some students
Anya Sczerzenie, Staff Writer Clinical students who work directly with patients will be first in line among VCU students to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, according to a university release. The eligible group of more than 2,000 includes select students from the schools of medicine, dentistry, nursing and social work; the College of Health Professions; and […]
Students, professors contemplate transfer of political power
Sahara Sriraman, Contributing Writer As the early days of President Joe Biden’s administration unfold in Washington, members of the VCU community anticipate ripple effects to be felt at the university level in culture and policy. The effects from the first days of Biden’s administration will “bleed out into the community almost like a domino effect,” […]
Groups visit Richmond for Lobby Day, MLK Jr. Day ahead of U.S. inauguration
Katharine DeRosa, News Editor Anna Chen, Contributing Writer While protesters strapped with guns and tactical gear were outnumbered by reporters Monday morning at the Virginia State Capitol, Richmonders on the other side of town at Marcus-David Peters Circle played basketball, danced and barbecued to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. A year ago, Lobby Day […]
Competitiveness and hustle drive Hyland to the basket
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor When sophomore guard Nah’shon “Bones” Hyland rose up for a deep 3-pointer at La Salle last season, his high school coach sat in the stands and said “layup.” It turned the heads of those who sat around him, but Rod Griffin knew the ball was going in. The shot swished through […]
Volleyball set out to maintain A-10 dominance with start of season
Joe Dodson, Contributing Writer After a year and two months of uncertainty, practice and intrasquad scrimmages, volleyball players will take the court and start their season against Liberty University on Jan. 22. Usually, January is a time of debriefing for the program, according to head coach Jody Rogers. However, Rogers and her team are preparing […]
New assistant coaches bring experience to volleyball staff
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Kevin Maureen Campbell remembers the Stuart C. Siegel Center pretty well. The last time she set foot on the court for a regular season volleyball match, she was on the visitor’s bench with N.C. State. “We played here last year, and they beat our ass last year,” Campbell said, referencing the […]
New year, new president, same rules
Tagwa Shammet, Opinions Editor Inauguration Day is finally here. Our country donned a new presidential term on Wednesday, which for many means hope of a new era. We haven’t had the greatest four years under former President Donald Trump — however exciting they may have been — so there is an expectation for change. With […]
Everything you need to know: Returning to campus and COVID-19
Ishaan Nandwani, Contributing Writer It’s a new year and a new semester. Despite the political turmoil that has permeated the past few weeks, I’m determined to make 2021 the best year possible. Unfortunately, COVID-19 is still a significant danger to our community, and it is essential to be mindful of this threat as we navigate […]