Reflections from ‘El Norte’: Face your discomfort head on
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor The 1983 film “El Norte” is one of suffering. It follows the journey of two indigenous siblings from Guatemala, Enrique and Rosa, as they head north to flee the harrowing conditions of their home country. Like so many other immigrants who seek asylum in the United States, their hardships only seem […]
Nick’s Picks: Make Bodillaz your next late night food stop
Nicholas Barahona, Staff Writer Welcome to Nick’s Picks. Join me, Nick Barahona, on our journey through the city of Richmond where I review and showcase the different cuisines and restaurants in close proximity to campus, from the lens of a VCU student. I welcome you to an exciting time ahead filled with great deals and […]
You should vote in this year’s election
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor It may not be the infamous 2020 Trump vs. Biden showdown, but that doesn’t make this election any less important. This year in Richmond City, we are electing a representative to the U.S. House of Representatives, who will be tasked with drafting and voting on legislation in Congress in the best […]
Nick’s Picks: Catch a taste of the Caribbean at Jamaica House
Nicholas Barahona, Staff Writer Welcome to Nick’s Picks. Join me, Nick Barahona, on our journey through the city of Richmond where I review and showcase the different cuisines and restaurants in close proximity to campus, from the lens of a VCU student. I welcome you to an exciting time ahead filled with great deals and […]
Students to receive first-time passport with new university grant
Katrina Lee, News Editor It costs over $150 to secure a U.S. passport, according to the U.S. Department of State’s website — VCU is helping 50 students bypass that cost. VCU received and matched a grant from the Institute of International Education’s American Passport Project to soon award 50 first-year students their first U.S passport, […]