VCU women’s basketball fall to William and Mary, 66-61
Arrick Wilson, Sports Editor VCU women’s basketball lost to William and Mary, 66-61 in overtime on Friday, Nov. 11. VCU junior guard Sarah Te-Biasu scored a team-high 19 points with five steals and five assists. VCU Chloe Bloom scored 10 points and seven rebounds, while redshirt senior guard Janika Griffith-Wallace scored nine points and grabbed […]
Donald McEachin wins 4th District
Katie Farthing, Contributing Writer Donald McEachin has won the 4th District election with 61.63% of the vote as of 10:51 p.m., according to the Virginia Public Access Project. Donald McEachin was the incumbent for this election. After winning the 4th District, McEachin thanked both his campaign and office staff and his wife Colette Wallace McEachin, […]
Abigail Spanberger wins 7th District
Varsha Vasudevan, Staff Writer Democratic incumbent Abigail Spanberger won the House of Representatives election of the 7th Congressional District on Tuesday. Spanberger maintained her seat with 51.93% of votes, while her Republican challenger Yesli Vega received 48.07%, according to the Virginia Public Access Project website. “I stand before you this evening with a deep and […]
Multiple students vote blue on Tuesday with reproductive rights in mind
Katrina Lee, Contributing Writer Campaign signs for both Democrat incumbent Donald McEachin and Republican Leon Benjamin surrounded the University Student Commons Tuesday morning, as students and Richmond residents gathered to vote for the 2022 midterm elections. VCU’s campus resides in the 4th Congressional District, which has been represented by McEachin since 2017. The congressional seat […]
English Language Learners in Richmond high schools are struggling — here’s what we can do
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor Let’s face it — high school is hard. Between challenging classes, novel social expectations and the impending uncertainty of adulthood, it can be draining and overwhelming on many occasions. I certainly felt that way. Now picture attending high school in another country, with an entirely different language and culture. On top […]
Nick’s Picks: Try Harrison Street Cafe’s vegetarian breakfast and lunch
Nicholas Barahona, Staff Writer Welcome to Nick’s Picks. Join me, Nick Barahona, on our journey through the city of Richmond where I review and showcase the different cuisines and restaurants in close proximity to campus, from the lens of a VCU student. I welcome you to an exciting time ahead filled with great deals and […]
‘Good Vibrations’ to the VCU stage: Students perform under new jazz director’s leadership
Leah Landry, Contributing Writer Taylor Barnett fell in love with music long before taking his talents to the VCU stage after hearing “Good Vibrations” by The Beach Boys as a kid, he said. “I remember sitting on the ground in front of the little CD player,” Barnett said. “I just wanted to crawl into the […]
From across the pond: London native adapts to VCU basketball
Arrick Wilson, Sports Editor London native Toibu “Tobi” Lawal visited VCU for the first time this summer, considering his commitment. “When I came for my visit — I could see myself being here,” Lawal said. “Richmond is a beautiful city.” The VCU freshman and men’s basketball forward decided VCU was the place for him, committing […]
Women’s volleyball look to attack A-10 postseason
Thailon Wilson, Staff Writer VCU women’s volleyball is the sixth and final guaranteed playoff seed in the Atlantic 10 conference. The team’s recent win at Duquesne University gave the black and gold an even conference record of eight wins and eight losses, locking them a spot for the Atlantic 10 playoffs. Throughout the season, senior […]
The Craftsmen’s Classic returns for its 43rd year
Peggy Stansbery, Staff Writer The Richmond Raceway Complex transformed into a bustling market featuring the work of artists and craftspeople from across the nation this past weekend for the annual Craftsmen’s Classic. The organization holds seven festivals a year, two of which are in Richmond, according to the festival’s website. The Craftsmen’s Classic began 49 […]