Weber breaks record; Rams topple Richmond
Six players scored in double-figures and junior guard Briante Weber set the VCU career steals record as the Rams defeated cross-town rival University of Richmond 81-70 at the Siegel Center on Saturday, Feb. 1.
Rams dominate at Siegel Center
After defeating the University of Richmond 81-70 on Saturday, Feb. 1, the VCU men’s basketball team improved to 11-0 at home this season. The Rams’ undefeated home record and 16-game home win streak, which dates back to last season, helps reinforce the dominance head coach Shaka Smart’s teams have shown over the past three years at the Siegel Center, where the Rams have compiled a 45-3 record.
Students weigh in on furniture plan
Residential Life and Housing gave students the opportunity to look at what could potentially be their new bedroom during the first inaugural Residential Life & Housing Furniture Fair on Tuesday in the Commons.
Rao: VCU needs more resources
After nearly five years as VCU president, Michael Rao is still working to balance state budget cuts and the lofty goals he set for the university with his Quest for Distinction strategic plan.
Rao: VCU needs more resources
After nearly five years as VCU president, Michael Rao is still working to balance state budget cuts and the lofty goals he set for the university with his Quest for Distinction strategic plan.
Student pantry stockpiling for January launch
The next time you run out of swipes or money, do not panic. VCU’s first student pantry will be up and running next semester to feed students short on swipes or in need of money for food.
Graduate students present research in student showcase
VCU’s Integrative Life Sciences department offered 11 graduate students the opportunity to present their research in a student-research showcase Monday, Nov. 11 in the Richmond Salons.
Along came Molly: Rave culture sparks drug’s popularity
In the last few months, five young people on the East Coast have died after using the drug Molly, catapulting it into the national spotlight. While the drug isn’t new, it’s making a comeback in cities with a thriving rave culture like Richmond.
South African students to visit for jazz performance
VCU students will partner with students from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, one of VCU’s sister universities, for a jazz performance at the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall of the W.E. Singleton Center for Performing Arts, fusing elements of American and South African jazz.
Flu shots vital on college campuses
‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice lattes, autumnal breezes and the anticipation of family holidays. It’s also the season for the influenza vaccine, also known as the ‘flu shot.’