Rams register! Your votes matter
Jessica Holgado, Contributing Writer It is frustrating to see so many eligible voters, especially students, sitting out during such an important election. With so much at stake, it is surprising that many have yet to even register. Why are so many people not participating in a country that prides itself on democracy? With the upcoming […]
Rethinking screen time: Discovering benefits for students
Jessica Holgado, Contributing Writer Screens often take priority over real-life interactions in today’s world. Many people spend hours absorbed in their devices, scrolling through social media or binge-watching shows, often overlooking the people around them. It is interesting to see how screens have become a part of my daily life. Whether I am in class, […]
Another day, another celebrity beauty brand
Lauren Prattis, Audience Editor It seems like every time I turn on my phone, another celebrity is launching their “new” and “never-before-seen” beauty brand. From singers and movie stars to TV personalities, the beauty industry is one long red carpet rolled out for famous people who want to attach their names to a blush or […]
El Centro: VCU’s empowering commitment to the Latinx community
Nati Feliciano-Soto, Contributing Writer VCU is embracing its diverse student body by introducing a Latin-based inclusive resource center, El Centro, dedicated to supporting Latinx students, faculty and staff. The resource center’s efforts focus on enhancing both the academic journeys and the overall experience of Latinx students at VCU, providing them with the tools and opportunities […]
More than a moment: Behind the lack of Latinx representation in media
Nati Feliciano-Soto, Contributing Writer Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month, where from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate the cultural and social diversity that makes up the Latinx community — a minority community standing tall at an astounding almost 19% of the United States population. Our food, culture and even music are a staple for […]
Dating apps killed the meet-cute
Lauren Prattis, Audience Editor Accidentally reaching for the same drink at the coffee shop, staring at the same piece of art at the museum for hours and getting tangled in each other’s dog leashes at the park — these are prime examples of how meeting a romantic partner used to go. But thanks to dating […]
Embracing diversity: Reimagining VCU’s lost cultural celebration
Jessica Holgado, Contributing Writer I remember the thrill and excitement of my first experience with VCU’s Intercultural Festival in 2013. I was 9 years old and visiting my sister who was a student here at the time. The lively dance performances, the aromatic smell of different delicious foods, the mechanical bull, the mini rock-climbing wall, […]
Summer’s soundtrack remains ‘Short n’ Sweet’
Lauren Prattis, Audience Editor Singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter had a meteoric rise to fame following the release of her fifth studio album “Emails I Can’t Send” and opening for several legs of Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” in 2023. This newfound fame propelled her further into the spotlight and caused avid listeners to set high expectations for […]
VCU Dine strikes again
Lauren Prattis, Contributing Writer A new school year means new friends, new classes and a new screw-up from VCU Dine. This semester, VCU Dine is using Grubhub, a mobile food-ordering app, in combination with physical kiosks at all of the school’s dining locations. As I stood in a 45-minute line for the third time in […]
Let’s discuss discussion boards
Natalie McEwan, Contributing Writer Picture this: It is 11:45 p.m. on a Sunday evening and you are going to bed relaxed. For once, you got all your assignments done way before their deadlines. You are under the covers and about to close your eyes when suddenly you realize you forgot to respond to your classmates’ […]