‘Unhinged’ becomes first wide release film in the U.S. after movie theaters reopen
Aerin Fortes, Contributing Writer For the first time since March, a movie has been released to screens nationwide. Following its opening on Aug. 21, “Unhinged,” starring Russell Crowe, is now showing at thousands of movie theaters across the U.S., despite COVID-19 initially deterring audiences. The psychological thriller brings viewers along the road rage rampage of […]
What’s happening: Aug. 26 events calendar
See something THURS., 8/27 “Cinema by the Creek” Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is screening “The Princess Bride” during the first installment of its “Cinema by the Creek” series. This free, family-friendly event encourages attendees to bring lawn chairs or blankets and to practice social distancing. The rain date is Aug. 28. For more information, […]
Rao announces online COVID-19 dashboard monitoring VCU’s active cases
Katharine DeRosa, Staff Writer Anya Sczerzenie, Contributing Writer VCU President Michael Rao announced the launch of a university COVID-19 dashboard on Wednesday, providing students, faculty and staff with a centralized location to monitor active cases, on-campus isolation, prevalence testing and entry test results. There are 25 active student cases of COVID-19 and 11 cases among […]
Back to campus: Social distance, enjoy Richmond at these 6 outdoor, virtual activities
Rebecca Elrod, Contributing Writer Social distancing in Richmond doesn’t have to mean spending hours in your dorm –– you can still grab some popcorn at the local drive-in, go kayaking in the James River or mountain bike with fellow students. All of the activities in this guide are virtual or take place outdoors. Follow the […]
VCU’s hands-on majors concerned about accessing art studios, resources
Fabian Fontanez, Contributing Writer Some freshmen with hands-on majors such as art or engineering are concerned about the lack of academic resources and course modality changes during the start of their college careers. “At first, I expected everything to be really good, since VCU is one of the best art schools,” said freshman art foundation […]