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After a year of waiting, the much anticipated second season of The Mandalorian began its release on Disney+ on Oct. 30. With a release schedule of one episode every Friday, the eight episode season is already quickly nearing its end. Many fans had high expectations for the second season after its award winning predecessor – […]
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With most classes moving online this semester, many of the arts programs at PVCC have been finding new ways to continue to create and perform. The theatre arts are no exception — several different COVID-19 compliant performances have taken place on the Dickinson building’s main stage. However, on Dec. 4 and 5, PVCC Theatre tried […]
Continue ReadingThe theater is dark except for the dim red light on stage illuminating an unusual drum kit and the projected title screen of a silent film. The giant words on screen read The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. The screen lights up blue as the tinted film fades in; the percussion begins to sound. The show […]
Continue ReadingWhen most young children play pretend, they imagine themselves as warriors, or royalty, or members of a family. When I was younger, I liked to pretend to be a journalist. I was not a reliable source by any means; all my stories were made up to be presented on the spot. I had no concept […]
Continue ReadingWith COVID-19 sweeping the nation and many restaurants, stores, and nonessential workplaces shutting down, unemployment claims are at a record breaking high. However, many students’ bills still need to be paid, rent is still due, and refrigerators are in need of a restock. It can be difficult to look for a job in such a […]
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What is going on at PVCC? If you want an answer to that question, read The Forum. The Forum is the official newspaper of PVCC, published by the Forum Club. Club President Jessica Adkins said, “The Forum is a space for people who like to write articles but don’t want to take a class.” The […]
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The transition to online learning at PVCC has been a challenging and confusing one for teachers and students alike. Many of PVCC’s quarantine policies and resources have been based around the academic needs of students. However, it is also important to consider the social needs of students while self-isolating. One thing I found helpful to […]
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How many PVCC students know what the General Assembly is? At least ten do – that is how many PVCC students attended the General Assembly with four faculty members on Jan. 29. The General Assembly is the Virginia state legislature, where bills get proposed, discussed, and voted on. So why exactly were PVCC students there? […]
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PVCC’s One Mic Stand only happens twice a semester – open mic nights can be hard to execute. The attendance all depends on the weather, the season, even other events in the area can affect how many people show up. With this unpredictable nature, open mic nights become somewhat of a unique experience. When you […]
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Ginger Hood, staff writer Got a taste for revolution? Revolutionary Soup is located on the Downtown Mall, hidden away on 2nd Street across from the huge mural. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and while parking is hard to find on the Downtown Mall, Revolutionary Soup is a short walk […]
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