Category Archives: Features

Feature stories from our staff, including profiles of people and places of interest to our community.

Labubu Mania

By Allis Derian All around the world, Labubus have sparked conversations: about about consumerism, name brands, and social media trends. For many…

The Beat Goes On: An Interview with Dr. Matthew Weber (‘10)

By Kate Hogan Whether spinning records or holding a scalpel, VCU orthopedic surgery resident Dr. Matthew Weber (‘10) has always found rhythm…

Comfort Zone Camp: Helping Kids Be Kids Again

By A.V. Musick Whether you know it or not, there are adults and children all around you who have experienced a significant…

America’s Current Hyperfixation: Dubai Chocolate

By Emily Beggerow Social media has emerged as one of our most powerful influences. The new concept of microtrends has recently gained…

DIII Baseball Player Goes To The Show

By Owen Prusek During his college baseball prime, Harry Genth, one of the most feared hitters in all of the NCAA’s Division…

Leading with Laughter and Learning: History With Michael Blair

By Nico Zeballos “Fetty Wap should not be included in a project about Richmond,” was one of the many comical and lighthearted…

The Best Meal: A Homemade One

By Sophie Sloan There is something about gathering around a table in front of a home-cooked meal that is so comforting.  On…

A Morning With Nicola Byford’s Kindergarteners

By Perry Smith Morning time with Kindergarteners is nothing less than hectic, and their high energy is the first thing that greets…

Smoothie Bowls And Surprises: Working at The Pitt and The Peel

By Adelaide Clarkson The chilling blast of cool air hits me when I step inside. The clean, sleek white tables shimmer with…

Creativity Through Science: Catching Up With Middle School Science Teacher Mike Mailey

By Zach Jarvis “Creative” and “passionate” are two words that I would use to describe Middle School science teacher Mike Mailey after…