University professor provides transportation to Ukrainian refugees over spring break
Katrina Lee, News Editor VCU professor Frank Pichel used Google Translate, a pen and paper to create a handwritten sign to inform Ukrainian refugees that he could transport three people and their pets to any destination within Poland. “I just spent every day doing these big cross-country trips like seven hours, five hours, two hours, […]
Women’s Tennis defeat Marshall University 6-1
Thai Wilson, Contributing writer The VCU women’s tennis team defeated the Marshall University Thundering Herd today, 6-1 at the Thalhimer Tennis Center. Today’s win is a turnaround win after a 6-1 loss to Old Dominion University on Friday. VCU graduate student Nina Sorkin said the team came into this game focused after its loss. “We […]
Rams fall to rivalry ranked opponent Richmond 19-5
JJ Hendrickson, Contributing Writer The VCU women’s lacrosse program lost to the Richmond Spiders 19-5 in a Friday afternoon game at Cary Street Field. The game marked the Rams’ seventh straight loss to the Spiders, a streak that extends back to 2016 according to VCU athletics. VCU head coach Nicole Flores said she was disappointed […]
Community advocates, mayor dispute solutions following increase in gun-related deaths
Katrina Lee, News Editor Around 2,000 people gathered in-person and over Zoom for the Richmonders Involved to Strengthen our Communities’ annual Nehemiah Action event. The event, hosted at the Greater Richmond Convention Center on Tuesday, called on public officials to discuss social issues with a focus on gun violence in the city. “Our community is […]
Five plans to ring in the spring
Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves, Spectrum Editor “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking,” Meryl Streep’s Miranda Priestly said in “The Devil Wears Prada” as the season approached. Spring represents a restart, where harsh winds turn to soft breezes and the clouds disperse. After months of avoiding the outdoors because of the cold winter, the season gives all a […]
Complex academic writing excludes students and minorities
Diana Flores, Contributing Writer I’ve spent so many nights reading long and jargon-filled articles that I’ve mastered the skill of skimming just to muscle through 100-page readings. Reading soon becomes a function rather than an experience. What once was something enjoyable, can become grueling and unstimulating. The constant worry of not feeling “smart enough” discourages […]
PRESS BOX: VCU fans, don’t panic about next season
Arrick Wilson, Sports Editor Despite outgoing transfers and graduating seniors, Havoc fans from Broad Street, Richmond and beyond should not fret about the black and gold’s upcoming season. During the last press conference of the season, VCU head basketball coach Mike Rhoades said the last game of the season the team persevered through injuries that […]
Men’s tennis win three-game weekend rally
Thai Wilson, Contributing Writer The men’s tennis team continued its seven-game winning streak after defeating the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sunday. The Rams had two other games against the University of Charlotte and the United States Naval Academy, Friday and Saturday at the Thalhimer Tennis Center in Richmond. Along with the continued […]
Nick’s Picks: Beauvine Burger Concept is not your average burger joint
Nicholas Barahona, Contributing Writer Welcome to Nick’s Picks. Join me, Nick Barahona, on my journey through the city of Richmond where I will review and showcase the different cuisines and restaurants in close proximity to campus, from the perspective of a VCU student. Today’s stop brings me to Beauvine Burger Concept, to check out if […]
VCU basketball forward, student both found not guilty on simple assault charges
Katrina Lee, News Editor VCU basketball forward Jalen DeLoach was found not guilty on simple assault charges he was arrested on last month. Taylor Cook, the student who reported the assault, was also found not guilty for simple assault in connection to the case, according to the Virginia Judiciary online court system. Arnold Henderson, DeLoach’s […]