Fatherhood Mix & Mingle, navigating connection and identity
Bella LoBue, Contributing Writer The Mary and Frances Youth Center and the VCU Division Of Community Engagement held an event that celebrated fatherhood on Jan. 17. Fathers connected in a safe and supportive space to explore meaningful ways to engage with their children, educate them beyond traditional schooling and empower them to thrive, according to […]
Scouting Report: VCU vs Saint Bonaventure
The VCU Rams will be hosting the Saint Bonaventure University Bonnies here in Richmond at the Siegel Center on Friday, Jan. 24. Here are some key players to watch out for in the matchup. VCU Thailon Wilson, Sports Editor Joe Bamisile – The hometown graduate student guard leads the black and gold in scoring with […]
Don’t turn your brain off
Rowan Weatherford, Contributing Writer “I’m so tired of the world right now,” you say. “I just want to turn my brain off and read my silly little stories. What harm could come from that?” Everyone wants a break from the world and their responsibilities, especially after the most recent election. During winter break, I spent […]
‘The people organized will never be defeated’: United Campus Workers lead the way
Brianna Cobbs, Contributing Writer The United Campus Workers of Virginia, a union representing higher education workers statewide, convened at the State Capitol for their fourth annual Lobby Day on Jan. 17. The event united faculty, staff and students from institutions across the Commonwealth, including Virginia Commonwealth University, to demand collective bargaining rights, affordable education and […]
‘The Art of Cinema Since 1994’ annual short film showcase held at VMFA
Carolyn Slingluff, Contributing Writer The James River Film Society held its 30th annual short film showcase at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on Jan. 17. The JRFS is a non-profit organization dedicated to independent film arts enrichment. It was founded over 30 years ago in 1994 in the VCUarts department by president Michael Jones […]
Fans are back, Rams bushwhack Saint Louis
Kyler Gilliam, Staff Writer The Rams defeated the Saint Louis University Billikens 78-62 in an A-10 conference matchup on Jan. 14. This is the first game with fans back inside the Siegel Center since the water outage affected the city of Richmond. It is the first time the Rams have played in front of a […]
VCU locks horns with Rhode Island, losing 64-50
Andrew Thompson, Staff Writer Ethan York, Contributing Writer VCU women’s basketball lost to the University of Rhode Island on Jan. 15 at the Siegel Center, 64-50. The black and gold came into the game winning three of their last four against A-10 opponents, with a conference record of 3-2 and an overall record of 9-8, according […]
The Fib Show No. 16
Comic by Dylan Hostetter.
I’m glad I was outed
Katie Meeker, Contributing Writer It was all rather hilarious, actually. I was sitting at the kitchen table with my mom and brother on Christmas Eve, wrapping some last-minute presents for my Dad. We had just gotten back from our neighbor’s annual Christmas party, and I was telling my mom about my friend and her new […]
VCU to begin paying athletes after NCAA settlement
Harshini Kanala, Contributing Writer VCU has entered into a settlement agreement for House v. NCAA, a class-action antitrust lawsuit seeking to fairly compensate collegiate players. Plaintiffs have until Jan. 31 to file objections, opt out or enter the settlement. Once it is approved by the presiding judge, final approval of the agreement is expected on […]