Experts Call for More Resources in Fighting Opioid Epidemic
An average of 19 people a week overdosed on opioids in Richmond last year, and government agencies and other entities have responded to the crisis in a variety of ways, from dispensing overdose reversal drugs to arresting addicts. Academic and law-enforcement experts discussed the problem and possible solutions Tuesday in a panel discussion titled “The […]
1.4 Billion Stolen Credentials Uncovered by University
During a security sweep, the University of Richmond’s information security staff discovered a website containing a list of stolen account credentials – a list with approximately 1.4 billion pieces of private account information such as email addresses and passwords. “From what we’re able to tell, it’s very, very deep within the web,” Cynthia Price, the […]
VCU ranked as top diverse employer in Virginia
VCU is the best employer for diversity in the state and among the best in the country, according to Forbes. The list, published Jan. 23, ranked the university at No. 40 out of 250 in the country, making VCU the highest ranked in Virginia and the fourth-highest university in the country. The business magazine used […]
Violent crime decreased in Richmond last year, according to released data
While homicides and non-fatal shootings increased in Richmond last year, Richmond had a 2 percent decrease in violent crime, according to the Richmond Police Department. Police Chief Alfred Durham outlined crime trends in a news conference Jan. 25. He highlighted the drop in violent crime including murder, robbery, rape and aggravated assault. “There will have […]
This professor leads groundbreaking opioid research while guiding the next generation of scientists
If you’re asking award-winning mentor Hamid Akbarali, the secret to success in any field is critical thinking. That’s what the VCU pharmacology and toxicology professor tells every student who dreams of going into the sciences. “Developing the skills to be able to critically think is an important goal that I have,” Akbarali said. “I’m working […]
VCU stakes claim in opioid fight
As Virginia lawmakers continue efforts to combat the opioid epidemic, VCU is asserting its role in fighting one of the deadliest epidemics in American history. In his State of the University address Jan. 25, Pres. Michael Rao said the university is fighting the ongoing epidemic through treatment, education and research. Working alongside legislative actors, the […]
Adult Virginians are split on banning anthem protests, poll finds
Virginian adults have split feelings on whether to ban national anthem protests in high schools amid a controversy which stemmed from the NFL. When asked in a VCU poll whether they would support rules to restrict protests during the anthem, 50 percent of respondents were opposed, while 45 percent said they would support the bans. […]
EXCLUSIVE: Documents reveal how a VCU department mismanaged millions of dollars
After a review, VCU’s board of visitors concluded the Parking and Transportation Department is not financially self-sufficient and fell $4 million short of its anticipated profit, according to documents made public via a records request. Audit and Compliance Services began a review of the department in April 2017 to determine if their budgeting process was […]
As decriminalization outlook diminishes, marijuana law reform advocates refocus agenda
Marijuana law reform advocates are refocusing their agenda after Virginia’s Senate majority leader introduced a bill that eliminates jail time for first-offense possession but falls short of decriminalization — a concept he earlier said he would support. Under the bill by Sen. Thomas Norment Jr., R-James City, first-time marijuana possession offenders would be fined but […]
“Our legacy is America’s Dream”: Rao vows to foster VCU’s social impact in annual speech
Pres. Michael Rao reiterated VCU’s commitment to diversity and research, and the university’s future in his annual State of the University Address Thursday. Rao focused on the university’s responsibility to serve the public good. VCU has an annual economic impact of $6 billion, greater than any university in the state, he said, and the university […]