The CT wins 27 state, regional and national awards in design, writing, photography

Hannah Eason, Managing Editor Andrew Ringle, Executive Editor 2019 VPA News & Advertising Contest The Commonwealth Times was recognized for 16 writing, design, photography and illustration awards in the Virginia Press Association’s annual contest. Photography Division First Place General News Photo: Erin Edgerton First Place Sports Feature Photo: Erin Edgerton First Place Sports News Photo: […]
VCU President Michael Rao ‘committed’ to in-person fall semester with safety precautions

Eduardo Acevedo, News Editor VCU President Michael Rao said he is “committed” to an in-person fall semester, even with a delayed start, in a statement on Monday. The university is evaluating different scenarios to determine if the fall semester will begin in August or have a delayed start, the release stated. “Following public health planning […]
Graphic Designer Kamryn Gillham says farewell

Kamryn Gillham, Graphic Designer I only got to work for The Commonwealth Times for a single year as a senior. However, it was a fantastic year that surprised me more than I could have ever initially imagined when I applied as a graphic designer. Having to say goodbye to the staff and the paper is […]
Graphic Designer Rey Carlson says farewell

Rey Carlson, Graphic Designer While I didn’t work for The CT for long, I can definitely say that I have never felt so welcomed, loved and appreciated so quickly before. Until last fall, I worked at food service jobs for six years, and to have this be my first real job doing design was incredible, […]
Art Director Jeffrey Pohanka says farewell

Jeffrey Pohanka, Art Director I am truly going to miss staying up late into the morning, but I will forever cherish the memories.