Where does Shaka Smart shop?
Shelby Mertens Spectrum Editor Ever wondered where men’s basketball head coach Shaka Smart gets his threads? Through a Freedom of Information Act request, The CT obtained the head coach’s contract and receipts for his clothing purchases in 2011. Smart’s contract of employment with VCU gives him a $10,000 clothing allowance each year. The clause allows […]
Smart’s choices: Pride over payday
Colin Kennedy Sports Editor For the third consecutive year, VCU men’s basketball head coach Shaka Smart has turned down a potentially career-changing contract offer to remain in Richmond. When Smart told UCLA thanks but no thanks in late March, the Bruins became the fourth BCS conference school in the last three seasons to vie for […]
Student financial assistance funds to double in upcoming year
Junelynn Tran Staff Writer For the 2010-2011 academic year, VCU’s ongoing funds for student financial assistance will receive a $4.8 million increase due to tuition increases, nearly doubling the existing funds. Approximately $45.4 million is available for financial aid, more than 21 percent from the last school year. More than $20.5 million for student financial […]