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President Biden’s climate change pledge sets a global example, VCU expert says
April 22, 2021
Biology professor Chris Gough says Biden’s pledge to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half is a move in the right direction, but solving climate change will take a global effort.
VCU professor and author Clint McCown inducted into Wake Forest Hall of Fame
April 22, 2021
Clint McCown, a professor in the Department of English in the College of Humanities and Sciences, was inducted into the Wake Forest University Hall of Fame on April 17.
Here’s how New York City survived a deadly outbreak — in the 1790s
April 21, 2021
Through the eyes of front-line medical worker Alexander Anderson, a forthcoming book by VCU history professor Carolyn Eastman will explore how New York grappled with yellow fever epidemics.
Class of 2021: Alex Trainham excels inside and outside the classroom
April 20, 2021
Long fascinated with computers and audio engineering, Trainham was introduced to coding at VCU and will graduate next month with degrees in computer science and mathematical sciences.
A VCU class on contemplative practices offers important lessons on how to be present
April 20, 2021
“Sociology of Contemplative Practices” draws on techniques from across the globe, and helps students calm their minds.
Class of 2021: George Kahingo helps his fellow students grow as leaders
April 19, 2021
Kahingo, a biology major, is a leadership involvement ambassador in the Division of Student Affairs, a role that connects him with dozens of student organizations and hundreds of peers across campus.
VCU launching 20 new accelerated bachelor’s to master’s degree opportunities
April 19, 2021
The accelerated programs across the university will save students time and money.
E-cigarettes with a cigarette-like level of nicotine are effective in reducing smoking and exposure to carcinogen, study finds
April 12, 2021
The study provides important information for smokers who may be trying to use e-cigarettes as a means to cut down on their smoking habit.
Helping the Hispanic community in the midst of the pandemic
April 5, 2021
Students in the VCU service-learning course Hispanic Immigrants in the U.S. are continuing to make a difference.
Podcast by VCU students on graffiti-covered Confederate monuments named a finalist in NPR national contest
April 2, 2021
The podcast, “When Time Slows Down,” is one of 10 finalists in the NPR Student Podcast Challenge: College Edition. Winners will be featured in segments on “Morning Edition” or “All Things Considered.”