ELECTION 2025: Who’s on the ballot in Virginia this November?
Sal Orlando, Contributing Writer Virginians will have the opportunity to vote on Nov. 4 for their next governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and House of Delegates members as the 2025 statewide election approaches. The Commonwealth Times put together a brief rundown for students looking to get informed on the candidates: Virginia’s next governor will be […]
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.
New sustainability director plants her roots for new year
VCU’s Sustainability Program is getting a breath of fresh air with a recent change in leadership.
A city divided from top to Bottom
Matt Leonard Online News Editor For months, the possibility of a new baseball park in Shockoe Bottom has caused a rift through river city. Controversy surrounding the city building a ballpark in Shockoe Bottom began in 2012 with an article in the Richmond Times Dispatch entitled “Time to act: Build a ballpark downtown.” Just two […]
New curriculum contributes to VCU’s sustainability
Students may have an option to improve their undergraduate academic resumes and VCU’s standing as a sustainable urban campus with a new 18-credit certificate in sustainability.
Seniors to choreograph spring dance project
After a series of pass or fail trials held by dance faculty, nine VCU seniors will display their own choreographed pieces to the general public beginning on April 25.
More students seek help from University Counseling Services
With the combination of final exam stress and the recent suicides, VCU’s Counseling Services welcome students on both campuses to take advantage of their confidentional and free services.
Brandon Day wins SGA presidency
Brandon Day, the new president-elect of the Monroe Park Student Government Association, won the seat for SGA presidency with 1,066 votes, compared to his opponent, Mihir Baxi, who received 609 votes.
Students register to donate marrow
VCU students can now assume an active role in helping others suffering from various diseases through a new organization, Be the Match on Campus.
University aims to increase study abroad participants
Ali Jones Contributing Writer VCU pledged to double the number of undergraduate students studying abroad within the next five years as part of a new agreement with the Institute of International Education. The IIE invited VCU to participate in their Generation Study Abroad campaign, to increase the number of college students across the United States […]