Twin troubles

Dylan Hostetter, Opinions and Humor Editor My brother Tom and I have always had a close relationship — it would be hard not to, we look identical after all. My mother always said we were too perfect to be just a single child — but I think that was just a way for her to […]

Stairwell of fortune

Dylan Hostetter, Opinions and Humor Editor I have always been one to believe in fate, that everything is preordained. I also have a bit of an addictive personality. These are two parts of myself I never thought I would see collide — boy, did I not know what was coming. About three months ago, one […]

The rom-com renaissance

Lauren Prattis, Contributing Writer A good romantic comedy needs to have three things to work: an amazing soundtrack, an easy-to-follow storyline and a semi-cliche plot.  If there is one thing the 1990s and early 2000s did right, it was fantastic romcoms. “10 Things I Hate About You,” “When Harry Met Sally” and “How to Lose […]

The surreal experience of a commuting student

Nati Feliciano-Soto, Contributing Writer Stepping onto the grounds of VCU is an extraordinary achievement, a milestone attained in a variety of students’ lives. Each student carries a unique narrative, navigating challenges to secure this educational milestone, often entwined with the aspirations of their families.  While some embrace their newfound independence in Richmond, others, like myself, […]