‘Work must continue’: Richmond hosts week encouraging peacebuilding
Emily McCauley, Spectrum Editor The peacebuilding organization Initiatives of Change held its International Peace Week 2024 in Richmond from Sept. 18-22, according to the IofC website. The IofC has been active for over 80 years, with its United States headquarters in Richmond, according to Allan-Charles Chipman, executive director of the IofC USA. The organization works […]
Johnson Hall stands vacant, VCU to build new residence hall
Amany Bouali, Contributing Writer Bri Stevens, Contributing Writer Johnson Hall made national headlines about its closure in 2021 due to “elevated levels of mold” in 18% of the tested spaces, according to the Associated Press. Over 400 students were told to leave the residence hall and the building was shut down. Richard Sliwoski, the associate […]
VCU victorious in battle of the Rams
Kyler Gilliam, Contributing Writer VCU men’s soccer defeated the University of Rhode Island Rams, 2-0, on Sept. 21 here in Richmond at Sports Backers Stadium. This game was the first conference game for the Rams in the 2024 season, starting them with a 1-0 conference record, according to the Atlantic-10. VCU dominated the ball all […]
The ‘Beetlejuice’ franchise is out of juice
Dylan Hostetter, Opinions and Humor Editor As I sat in the theater and listened to the opening horns of Danny Elfman’s rejuvenated “Beetlejuice” score, I would be lying if I said I didn’t have high expectations. Sadly, almost expectedly, my expectations were not met. The stage was set for a modern classic, with director Tim […]
The Fib Show No. 6
Comic by Dylan Hostetter.
More than a moment: Behind the lack of Latinx representation in media
Nati Feliciano-Soto, Contributing Writer Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month, where from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate the cultural and social diversity that makes up the Latinx community — a minority community standing tall at an astounding almost 19% of the United States population. Our food, culture and even music are a staple for […]
CT Comics 9.18.24
“You Want Me To Do What” by Shannon Fritz. “The Consequences of Taking Three Sequential Studio Classes” by Bryce Griego. “The Beauty of Online Classes” by Amber Hashmi.
Press Box: Alex Morgan unties her boots
Jenny Allen, Contributing Writer U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team striker and phenom Alex Morgan has announced her retirement along with her second pregnancy, after 224 USWNT appearances, 123 goals, 53 assists and four World Cup showings. Morgan played her last professional soccer match on Sept. 8 at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California against the […]
Brandon Jennings: On and off the court
Bersabeh Kemaw, Staff Writer Richmond native Brandon Jennings is a first-year point guard whose journey to playing at a Division I school started at a young age, according to Jennings. “Growing up, I’ve always had the basketball in my hand,” Jennings said. His father incorporated a routine for him and his brother when they were […]
The CT Sports’ staff give their NFL predictions
Andrew McGhan, Contributing Writer Super Bowl Contenders: The Kansas City Chiefs will represent the AFC in the Super Bowl because of its addition of new offensive playmakers in the offseason and their experience in playoffs. Last season, the Chiefs were ranked No. 15 best offense and No. 2 best defense in the league, which aided […]