Learn about Latino culture, make an impact this Latinx Heritage Month
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor We can learn a lot from those from our own backgrounds and those who are different from us through immersion and service. Knowledge is power, and cultural understanding is the key to a more unified world. This Latinx Heritage Month, it’s essential we take a step toward understanding one of the […]
BeReal proves social media authenticity is impossible, and that’s okay
Kofi Mframa, Contributing Writer To understand Generation Z’s relationship with social media is to understand living under an intangible force that permeates every facet of our lives. From the inception of social media, users have been struggling to find out how much is too much to share online. In fear of cyberbullying, stalking or online […]
Journalist names VCU as one of 37 colleges to virtually monitor students
Sarah Hagen, Contributing Writer Andrew Kerley, Contributing Writer Jack Glagola, Contributing Writer A journalist listed VCU as one of 37 colleges to purchase and use Social Sentinel, a service he said was used for monitoring student protests. VCU Police admitted to using the tool, according to university spokesperson Corey Byers. University police entered into a […]
Student modeling troupe embraces diversity
Natalie Barr, Contributing Writer Student organization Statement Modelz continues to be a place on campus representing students not always seen at VCU after announcing its new model class, Statement’s stylist Lauryn Lynch said. The university has a diverse group of students with different cultural backgrounds composed of 13.4% Asian students, 18.3% of Black students and […]
Spectrum Editor’s fall fashion tips
Chloe Hawkins, Spectrum Editor The change in months and weather indicate that it is officially autumn season. The mourning of bathing suits and flip flops starts, and the opening of the storage closets begins. It can be tempting to wear sweatpants and sweatshirts everyday, so here are a few fall fashion tips to (pumpkin) spice […]