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Research & discovery

April 1, 2026

How I found my research: Manuella Escobar dives deep into the Latino college experience

Escobar, a Colombia native, gravitated to her line of study when her classmates’ questions about her cultural background transitioned from ‘Narcos’ and drug cartels to Bad Bunny, J Balvin and Latin music.

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Brian G. Smith named director of VCU’s Richard T. Robertson School of Communication

Student success

Class of 2026: Marketing major Madison Silcox is about the message

Student success

With Martelli’s praise at NCAA Tournament, student journalists get a bounce

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Campus & community

March 30, 2026

20th annual Burnside Watstein Awards celebrate community and LGBTQ+ pride

At the ceremony, a past recipient noted, ‘this awards ceremony becomes more and more important as we engage with our chosen community and chosen family.’

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