The Supreme Court is losing its legitimacy among the American people
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor On April 7, the United States Senate confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court on a 53-47 vote. Jackson will become the first Black woman in history to attain this honor. I couldn’t help but feel emotional as I watched Jackson’s reaction to her confirmation, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Imposter syndrome is real among college students
Mya Harrison, Contributing Writer I was feeling out of touch with myself, and I knew something was up. Who would have thought it was imposter syndrome? Last semester, I was lucky enough to land a competitive internship as a production intern for a podcast called “Writing Our Way Out.” I was ecstatic to have been […]
Burnout can be overcome: improving your mental and physical health
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor As a junior pre-med student double majoring in Spanish and biology and applying to medical school this application cycle, I’ve experienced my fair share of stress. In addition to taking challenging upper-level courses, I volunteer as an interpreter and scribe at a local free clinic, study for the MCAT, serve as […]