‘Billboard House’ illuminates suburban neighborhood with political activism
Iman Mekonen, Spectrum Editor A square white house on Buford Road has served as a backdrop to nightly projections for nearly a month as the surrounding suburban neighborhood is lit up with vibrant colors. These projections have addressed issues like healthcare and climate change, and supported Democratic political candidates. Dubbed the “Billboard House,” homeowners Lauren […]
RVA Fashion Week brings inclusivity, mental health to multimodal events
Grace McOmber, Contributing Writer Only a few cameras flashed as models strutted down a makeshift runway wearing tuxedos, wedding dresses and glamorous evening gowns inside 707 Fine Clothing on East Broad Street. This year’s Runway2Life fashion show was almost unrecognizable from past shows that usually fill hundreds of seats in Richmond’s Main Street Station. The […]
What’s happening: Oct. 14 events calendar
See Something SAT. 10/17 “A Silent Enemy” screening In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, filmmaker Chandra Broadnax-Payne will screen her new documentary, “A Silent Enemy.” The film explores domestic violence in the African American community through the stories of survivors and their journeys toward healing. Seating will be socially distanced, and tickets can […]
VCU clinic offers free vaccinations amid flu season
Anna Chen, Contributing Writer As the flu season nears and Richmonders continue to contract COVID-19, VCU is offering free flu vaccinations. University Student Health Services is offering flu vaccinations by appointment only. VCU provided 4,038 free flu vaccines last year, Margaret Roberson, director of VCU Student Health Services, said in an email. “We have begun […]
Art students build foundations in virtual settings
Katharine DeRosa, Staff Writer Art foundation student Ken Truong found his way into the VCUarts program this year after exploring both biology and business majors. He watched his friends experience the introductory program, called AFO, and was looking forward to a similar hands-on experience himself. “Prior to the pandemic I thought I would be all […]