Students can de-stress at The Well’s new biofeedback Resilience Lab
Eduardo Acevedo, Contributing Writer The Wellness Resource Center now has a Resilience Lab, which provides students a way to learn and practice mindfulness techniques. The lab, introduced this semester, uses biofeedback to read heart rates and measure stress index while the patient practices mindfulness techniques. The data can then recommend techniques such as guided imagery, […]
New interim VCUarts dean ready to ‘embrace’ role
Hannah Eason, News Editor Nancy Scott started her career at VCU more than 25 years ago, and after playing a key role in the development of VCUarts Qatar and holding several administrative positions in the School of the Arts, she has been appointed interim dean. “This is an exciting time to be at VCU […]
Rams fall to Gauchos in five sets despite Tuzzolo’s star performance
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Senior opposite hitter Gina Tuzzolo’s 13 kills were not enough to beat UC Santa Barbara on Saturday night as the Gauchos ended the Rams’ three game win streak in five sets. The Rams turned the tide on the Gauchos in the fifth set as junior outside hitter Paula Neciporuka logged two […]
Giommarini-led Rams roll Tide in five sets
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Volleyball knocked off unbeaten Alabama 3-2 in five sets Friday night in the second match of the VCU Invitational, as senior outside hitter Vicky Giommarini logged 13 kills. The Rams used a 5-0 scoring run in the fifth set to force Alabama to call a timeout with VCU leading 10-5. After […]
Middle blockers lead Rams over Wolfpack in VCU Invitational
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Volleyball swept NC State 3-0 in the first match of the VCU Invitational on Thursday night behind senior middle blocker Jasmin Sneed’s nine blocks. “They came out ready and prepared,” coach Jody Rogers said. “When you’re prepared, you feel good, and they felt good about themselves and they kind of kept […]
A-10 schedule released, men’s basketball to appear on national television
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor The Atlantic 10 released the conference schedule for men’s basketball Wednesday, filling out the Rams 2019-20 slate. Our @A10MBB schedule is out!✅ 15 national TV games✅ 4 ESPN Friday showcase games✅ #Havoc is telegenic 🔗https://t.co/kIpPmIbK3S📅https://t.co/Sf3VhaqmGa🎟️https://t.co/f9WSjzQ0zI#ThisIsRamNation #LetsGoVCU pic.twitter.com/ncpSJVAHDA — VCU Basketball (@VCU_Hoops) September 4, 2019 VCU will appear on national television 15 […]
A beginner’s guide to eight candidates of the 5th District City Council election
Anna Madigan Contributing Writer Sarah Elson Contributing Writer Richmond City Council’s 5th District — which covers most of the Fan, parts of Southside, and a large portion of VCU’s Monroe Park campus — will hold a special election Nov. 5. The elected member will fill the remainder of former councilman Parker Agelasto’s term, which ends […]
‘That pain is always going to be there’: Hundreds gather to remember pre-med student killed in crash
Hannah Eason, News Editor Andrew Ringle, Managing Editor Hundreds of students gathered in the Compass on Tuesday night, but silence filled the air. It was occasionally broken by the sound of a lighter igniting a tea candle, or the sniffles of a mourning friend. Friends, family and fraternity brothers came together to remember Brandon […]
Sideline prop rewards good teamwork
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Walk into a volleyball practice or match, and something will stick out on the sideline: a yellow oar. Whether it’s propped up against the bench during practice or in the hands of a player during a match, the oar is always present. The yellow paddle, similar to those found on a […]
Sneed’s record breaking night leads Rams over Panthers
Nile McNair, Contributing Writer Volleyball swept High Point in three sets 3-0, bouncing back from a loss to Ohio State on Saturday. In the first set, the Panthers answered each run the Rams made, keeping the score close. The Rams pulled away in the set behind senior middle blocker Jasmin Sneed’s record-setting night, becoming the […]