Can the free market solve the digital divide?
As American society shifts to the realm of the digital, the poor are increasingly faced with the struggles that accompany not having Internet access. In Richmond, tech company Lionlike recently announced a plan to help combat what experts call the digital divide with a public Wi-Fi service.
Support the third-party threat
In Virginia, we have two major choices for governor: the corrupt religious zealot Republican Ken Cuccinelli or the spineless swindler Democrat Terry McAuliffe.
Purchasing equality
Equality remains an evolving concept in this day and age.
Consider the cost of canceled class
I showed up to class this week and saw a sign posted on the door: “Class canceled this week.”
What’s in a name?
When I came to VCU in August 2010, I entered as a freshman into the School of Mass Communications. Since I’ve been here, it has always been called just that: the VCU School of Mass Communications.
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.’
The myth of college praise
Our dream is to receive a fair education from our chosen colleges, but our hope may be spoiled by those same institutions.
Enough hip-hop at homecoming
It’s about that time of year again to start thinking about VCU’s homecoming, a week filled with exciting events and activities involving students and even alumni.
VCU alerts designed to inform, empower community
The reality of our urban setting means crimes will sometimes occur in the VCU footprint that could pose a danger to our community.
Bike lanes connecting campuses are a win-win
Let’s face it: One word that doesn’t describe Richmond’s roads is modern.