VCU alum makes strides on Broadway, working with notable creators

Hadia Moosvi, Contributing Writer VCUarts alum Drewe Goldstein first got involved with theater at the age of eight. Now, she lives and works in New York City where she’s helped with the fruition of Broadway productions like “Hamilton” and “Bliss,” according to Goldstein. Goldstein, who uses both she and they pronouns, studied acting at VCU […]
Nomination of first Black woman to Supreme Court should be celebrated, not deprecated

Mya Harrison, Contributing Writer “The person I will nominate [to the Supreme Court] will be someone of extraordinary qualifications, character, experience and integrity — and that person will be the first Black woman ever nominated to the United States Supreme Court,” President Joe Biden said upon announcing the retirement of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. […]
Black history must be expanded in schools, global in scope

Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor John Henrik Clarke. Bayard Rustin. Mamphela Ramphele. Perhaps you’ve heard their names before; perhaps you haven’t. While they may not be ubiquitously known or actively discussed in Black history, these figures have been instrumental in efforts for equality and justice for Black people on a global scale. Clarke spearheaded the movement […]
‘Euphoria’s’ hypersexualization of Cassie Howard is problematic

Monica Alarcon-Najarro, Contributing Writer This article contains spoilers from season two of HBO’s “Euphoria.” High school drama, love triangles, dramatic makeup looks and trendy fashion are all a part of what makes HBO Max streaming services’ hit series “Euphoria” so enticing for viewers like myself. As the new season streamed on Jan. 9, viewers globally […]
Art studio uses Richmond as its canvas
Mackenzie Meleski, Contributing Writer Richmond is a canvas for spreading positivity and inspiration for artists Andrea and Kevin Orlosky who create sculptures, murals and interactive art at their studio and around the city. The Orloskys actively include community members in their creative endeavors and make art that is accessible to everyone, according to their website. […]
Youngkin’s first few days in office are an expected disappointment

Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor Following his inauguration as Governor of Virginia on Jan. 15, Gov. Glenn Youngkin immediately signed 11 executive actions into law. These actions include ending the use of the Critical Race Theory in K-12 public education, allowing parents the decision of whether their children wear masks in public schools and rescinding the […]
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