‘Adam had a big heart’: Family, university respond to death of VCU freshman
Sahara Sriraman, Contributing Writer Adam Oakes, a 19-year-old VCU freshman, was found dead this past Saturday at a residence on West Clay Street. His family says a Delta Chi fraternity hazing event resulted in Adam’s death. Courtney White, Adam’s cousin, said Adam had a huge heart and was a nurturer, which set him apart from […]
Death of VCU freshman at Delta Chi event prompts investigation
Sahara Sriraman, Contributing Writer VCU freshman Adam Oakes died over the weekend at a Delta Chi fraternity event. The university acknowledged the death and announced an investigation into the incident in a press release on Sunday. VCU mourns the death of student Adam Oakes. This is a tragic loss for Adam's family and members of […]
VCU implements changes to popular student dining locations
Sahara Sriraman, Contributing Writer VCU has made major modifications to dining locations on campus as of Feb. 15, including closures and hour changes, in order to adapt to changing circumstances from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. VCUDine hosted a student roundtable on Feb. 4 in order to get students’ opinions on specific dining plan changes. After […]
Virginia rolls out centralized vaccine registration system
Anya Sczerzenie, Staff Writer Anna Chen, Contributing Writer The Virginia Department of Health introduced a new, centralized vaccine registration system on its website last week. Previously, Virginians who wanted to get vaccinated could sign up on the website of their own health districts. The new, statewide system uses a common link for everyone across the […]
BHM Profile | VCU theatre professor provokes social change through original plays
Ebonique Little, Spectrum Editor When Tawnya Pettiford-Wates played the Christmas angel in a church production at five years old, her family knew she was a natural performer. Pettiford-Wates, a VCUarts theatre professor and actress known for roles like Dr. Louise Shelvy in the 1990 mystery-drama television series “Twin Peaks,” said she’s always been interested in […]
Artistic posters about hope reimagine Richmond street wall
Grace McOmber, Contributing Writer Nine colorful posters decorating a short red wall at Grove and Shields avenues depict images ranging from vibrant and easy-to-read text to abstract works with intricate messages. Despite the diverse array of artwork, they all follow one central theme — hope. John Malinoski, a retired VCUarts graphic design professor and organizer […]
‘That’s my everything’: Baldwin’s family, father pass down constant motivation
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Ace Baldwin rushed off the court in tears after St. Frances Academy lost to Baltimore Polytechnic Institute by one point in January of 2019. It was one of the rare moments his mother, Nina Baldwin, had seen her son show emotion on the court. His father, Adrian Baldwin Sr., had been […]
‘Next man up’: Hyland ruled out against Saint Louis with injury
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Sophomore guard Bones Hyland is ruled out for Tuesday’s game against Saint Louis after suffering a foot sprain on Saturday against George Mason, coach Mike Rhodes said. Hyland, whose foot got stuck under him when he was on defense, exited the George Mason game in the second half and did not […]
VCU alumni reflect on lack of Black presence in student media
Iman Mekonen, Managing Editor On a weekend in the late ’90s, someone in VCU’s communications building would find a group of Black students gathered in a computer lab, playing music and having fun. What looked like a high-energy party was a glimpse into the production schedule of The Vine, VCU’s former Black student-led publication. “It […]
‘Organ Thieves’ author calls on MCV to apologize for 1968 heart transplant controversy
‘Organ Thieves’ author calls on MCV to apologize for 1968 heart transplant controversy Anya Sczerzenie, Staff Writer In 1968, a Black factory worker named Bruce Tucker suffered a head injury while out with friends. He was taken to the hospital at the Medical College of Virginia, or MCV, where he died. Without the consent of […]