ICA’s ‘Commonwealth’ showcases feminine power in revolutionary change
Claire Darcy, Contributing Writer A female figure of water, whose aqueous skirts hold images of recent and historic protests, confronts those who reach the corner of Broad and Belvidere streets. The blue and white mural is one of many in the Institute for Contemporary Art’s new exhibition with a theme of feminine power as a […]
Preview: Upcoming ICA exhibit to explore concept of commonwealth
Claire Darcy, Contributing Writer In the wake of COVID-19 and the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, “Commonwealth,” the newest exhibition coming to the Institute for Contemporary Art this weekend, notes relevant themes of activism, community and resilience portrayed through sculptures, video and large-scale murals. The gallery is a collaborative effort between the ICA, […]
Being a police officer is a choice. Being black is not.
Tagwa Shammet, Opinions Editor For centuries, black Americans have found themselves leading movement after movement in an effort to be rewarded with the same privileges and freedoms as the rest of the nation. The civil rights movement was a prominent example of such activism. Today, Black Lives Matter advocates for collective justice for black Americans. Yet, […]
From the top down: deconstructing Title IX
VCU announced a new Title IX administrative structure, policy and student training module in conjunction with state law this month.
#SHAKAWATCH IS OVER: Smart leaves the Rams
Following a week of rumors that VCU basketball Head Coach Shaka Smart will be leaving for University of Texas, VCU Athletics confirmed Friday that he will be accepting the offer and coach the Longhorns.
Rams one win away from A-10 glory
Head coach Shaka Smart and the men’s basketball team have said all year they focus on going ‘1-0’ every game. One win against the University of Dayton Flyers on Sunday, in the Atlantic 10 title game, will make the Rams conference champions.
Richmond universities to face-off at Barclays
Barclays Center will host round three of VCU and University of Richmond storied rivalry.
VCU defeats Fordham in A-10, advances to quarterfinal
Senior Treveon Grahams’ 22 points helped VCU defeat Fordham University, 63-57, to advance to the quarterfinal round in the Atlantic 10 tournament.
VCU lends a hand to the ladies of Sweet Briar
To soften the blow on the students of Sweet Briar College who found out earlier this week about the school’s closing, VCU has urged displaced Sweet Briar students to apply as transfer students to VCU.
Joe Morrissey wins Virginia General Assembly seat from jail
Voters gave the state slogan “Virginia is for lovers,” a whole new meaning Tuesday night.