Voting is critical to rewriting the future
Ishaan Nandwani, Contributing Writer It seems that everywhere we turn, we’re confronted with the dangerous stakes of the future of our nation. With less than a month until the presidential election, our country is facing three major crises in public health, a struggling economy and systemic racism. During this politically turbulent time, there’s been a […]
VCU’s cancellation of study abroad programs is another win for COVID-19
Tagwa Shammet, Opinions Editor Upon coming to college, one of the experiences I was most excited for was studying abroad. During months and months of being locked in my home, I had endless time to plan my spring 2021 trip to the United Kingdom. Between applying for scholarships and finding a place to stay for […]
VCU to hold virtual winter commencement
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer Another cohort of VCU seniors will celebrate their achievements at home, following VCU’s announcement of a virtual commencement ceremony for fall 2020 graduates. The graduation ceremony will honor August and December graduates, an Oct. 5 university release read, with a broadcasted and interactive celebration. Students and their families will receive a […]
Students call for ‘anti-racist’ curricula override, increased diversity in School of Education
Katharine DeRosa, Staff Writer A group of VCU students are awaiting a plan from the School of Education three weeks after releasing a petition that asked for “anti-racist” curricula and practices as well as diversified course readings and training. Erin Hanley, a doctoral student in VCU’s counseling education program, said The Collective is an organization […]
Panelists delve into protest coverage, upcoming election during virtual speaker series
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer The Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture kicked off its speaker series Tuesday with a discussion on race, media, and the 2020 election. Five panelists spoke in the event, moderated by VCU associate professor of journalism Aloni Hill and Robb Crocker, a podcaster, digital journalist and doctoral student in […]