Microaggressions are not so micro
Mya Harrison, Contributing Writer A few months ago, while working at a grocery store and minding my own business, one of my white co-workers came up to me and ran her fingers through my natural hair. Even though I am Black and live in a predominantly white area, I didn’t think this could happen to […]
VCU rescinds vaccine mandate following executive order, Attorney General opinion
Katrina Lee, News Editor Mae Oetjens, Contributing Writer VCU ended its policy requiring faculty and students to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and booster on Jan. 31, according to the ONE VCU Together Website. “Our high vaccination rates and ongoing mitigation efforts – combined with the recent legal opinion from the Attorney General for the Commonwealth […]
PRESS BOX: Trouble in La La Land: LeBron’s legacy on the line with the Lakers
Arrick Wilson, Sports Editor LeBron James has had pressure to be great his entire life. The Akron, Ohio native was put into the spotlight at the young age of 18 and scouted as one of the greatest NBA draft prospects by many analysts. The spotlight has amplified as the Lakers are struggling to stay on […]
Researchers at MCV to conduct DNA analysis on 19th century human remains found on campus
Katrina Lee, News Editor Varsha Vasudevan, Contributing Writer Human remains dating back to the 19th century that were discovered on MCV campus returned to the Department of Forensic Science in the College of Humanities and Sciences at VCU for researchers to learn more about the remains through DNA analysis. The remains were discovered in 1994 […]
“Adam’s Law”: Anti-hazing legislation prefiled for 2022 Virginia General Assembly Session
Valentéa Lopez, Contributing Writer Two anti-hazing bills are pre-filed for the 2022 Virginia General Assembly session after Adam Oakes’ family has worked with legislators since February to make statewide changes regarding hazing on college campuses. The two bills proposed are House Bill 525 and House Bill 993. HB 525 will be known as “Adam’s Law,” […]
Richmond votes against proposed casino and resort, 51.44% vote no
Katharine DeRosa, News Editor Mae Oetjens, Contributing Writer Richmond voters have rejected the Casino Authorization Referendum, which proposed construction of the ONE Casino and Resort. The referendum was on the Richmond City ballots to vote on during Tuesday’s general election. The referendum was rejected by 51.44% of Richmond voters opposing the casino, with 48.56% of […]
Robert E. Lee statue removed from Monument Avenue, community members celebrate
Katrina Lee, Contributing Writer A large crowd cheered along Monument Avenue on Wednesday as the Robert E. Lee statue was lifted from its pedestal and taken down. Gov. Ralph Northam’s order for the statue to be removed was carried out at approximately 8:55 a.m. on Wednesday after more than a year of legal challenges. The […]
Mask mandate returns, some students skeptical
Emma Carlson, Contributing Writer Students across campus are feeling the full effects of a reinstated mask mandate with the fall semester beginning. Psychology graduate student Patricia Basta expressed disappointment with the return of the mask mandate. “It’s a little frustrating because you started getting used to having to not wear masks, and now they’re bringing […]
Dyad Strategies review recommends new policies for Greek life
Katharine DeRosa, News Editor Dyad Strategies released an independent review of Greek life at the beginning of August to provide VCU with recommendations for Greek life on campus. The university released its internal review a few days later. Senior economics and statistics major Michael Portillo of Phi Gamma Delta said he thought the independent review […]
VCU announces mandatory vaccine requirement for on-campus students in the fall
Emma Carlson, Contributing Writer VCU announced on Monday that COVID-19 vaccinations will be required for all students who plan to live, work or attend classes on campus this upcoming fall semester. Those with religious or health exemptions are not required to get a vaccine, according to the email announcement. “Vaccines are now widely available and […]