Author: Ginger Hood
A Tribute to Beryl Solla
Beryl Solla has been a consistent presence on campus and in The Forum for many years. We at The Forum wanted to compile memories, photos, and articles from students and faculty alike to honor her after her death in February of 2021. Here, we present a collection of art, poems, and memories all related or […]
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PVCC Professor Jennifer Koster wins SCHEV Outstanding Faculty Award
The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) Outstanding Faculty Award is an award given to faculty members who “have a demonstrated record of superior accomplishments in teaching, research, knowledge integration, and public service,” according to the SCHEV website. This year, there were 72 faculty members nominated; only 12 of those 72 were recipients. […]
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New Deal art Reimagined in Virtual Art Gallery
This month, PVCC’s Visual Arts Department published a new visual arts gallery online. Featuring local artist Barbara Shenefield, the series of posters is reminiscent of America’s history yet relevant to life today. Shenefield’s exhibition is titled World Progress Association: the New Deal. Although the collection would usually be displayed on campus, the availability of the […]
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Physical Art Classes in a Socially Distanced World
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, students everywhere have transitioned to almost entirely online learning. The few classes that do meet in person are hybrid classes and mostly related to the arts. Tom Clarkson, professor of art, teaches ceramics as a hybrid class on campus and shared some thoughts about how his practices and […]
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Shining a light on Black artists from Virginia
For a small city, Charlottesville has many different places for art and music to be shared, from local to international artists. Some staples are The Jefferson Theater, IX Art Park, and the McGuffey Art Center, to name a few. The center, which is located just north of the downtown mall, has been in operation since […]
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UVA Men’s Basketball on Quest to defend title won two years ago
After the Virginia Cavaliers’ third consecutive loss, the headline from ESPN’s Jeff Borzello read, “What’s wrong with UVa…?” Borzello writes, “They lack playmakers on the offensive end and their defense isn’t nearly as stingy as it has been in recent years.” Borzello’s critique may or may not be true. After all, Virginia is ranked 115th […]
Continue ReadingAdvocacy and Activism: PVCC’s Upcoming Civic Engagement Conference
March is set to be a month of advocacy and engagement here at PVCC. This year’s Civic Engagement Conference Advocacy and Activism, will take place throughout the month of March. The featured speakers, discussions, and activities are designed to provide students with information and resources that will help them be effective advocates and engaged citizens. […]
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Watch out Humpback Rock, there’s a new trail in town
Located 500 feet beneath Rockfish Gap in Nelson County, Virginia has opened a brand-new walking trail called the Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail. This isn’t any ordinary trail, but central Virginia’s only former train tunnel converted into a trail. A 15-20 minute walk from the parking lot takes visitors right up to the nearly one-mile long […]
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