Archives for March 2026

Pixar Echoes its Golden Age with “Hoppers”

March 24, 2026March 24, 2026Lauren Waskey, Assistant Editor

In a film age full of sequels, adaptations, and live-action remakes, an original animated movie is always good to see. Pixar has had its ups and downs in recent years when it comes to commercial success in this regard, but Hoppers (2026), directed by Daniel Chong, is certainly an up. The film has a classic […]

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Pineapples: Fresh, Flavorful, and Delicious Thai Cuisine

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026Lila Castleman, staff writer

When I first entered Pineapples Thai Kitchen, a gorgeous flower wall grabbed my attention. This display complements the aesthetic of the whole restaurant: From the flowers at every table to the poetry board on the wall, Pineapples’ colorful and inviting atmosphere matches its fresh and flavorful food. Pineapples offers traditional and unique takes on authentic […]

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PVCC SGA Focuses on Campus Enhancements and Celebrating Student Success

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Jennifer Grimm, Staff Writer

The PVCC Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Feb. 16 outlined upcoming initiatives aimed at fostering student engagement, improving campus facilities, and celebrating graduating students. The meeting reflected the SGA’s ongoing commitment to serving as the voice of the student body and promoting a vibrant campus community. The SGA operates as the student-led programming branch […]

PVCC students, staff, and faculty pose for a picture together in matching PVCC shirts outside of the Virginia General Assembly in Richmond.

PVCC Students Advocate at the Virginia General Assembly

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Jennifer Grimm, Staff Writer

On Feb. 18, a dedicated group of PVCC students traveled to Richmond to meet with state legislators, sharing their personal stories and advocating for increased support and funding for community colleges across Virginia. Departing early in the morning on a chartered bus, a group of students, chosen by President Jean Runyon and Coordinator of Student […]

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Efforts on the Ground

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Jackson Murphy, Assistant Editor

The snowstorm on Saturday, Jan. 25, that blanketed most of Charlottesville with half a foot of ice posed a serious challenge to the city in terms of accessibility to many areas. In interviews with the Vice President of Finance & Administrative Services, Scott Jefferies, and Facilities Director Kim McManus, they explained the steps taken to […]

A mixed-media art piece depicting a miserable Statue of Liberty drawn with charcoal on a battered American flag.

PVCC Names Poet Laureate and Visual Arts Luminary

March 19, 2026March 20, 2026Gram Sellman, Assistant Editor

After a hiatus in 2025, the Virginia Community College System is hosting the second statewide Poet Laureate and Visual Arts Luminary competitions from March 27-28 in Roanoke, with the theme of the competition being “I Dream.” Each school in the VCCS system will name a poet laureate and a visual arts luminary to compete for […]

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PVCC Testing Center Offers a Regulated and Welcoming Environment

March 19, 2026March 25, 2026Colley Baker, Staff Writer

The PVCC Testing Center, located in room M607 of the Main Building, offers a variety of testing services for PVCC students and people in the larger Charlottesville community. For PVCC students, the Testing Center is a place where students with special needs can receive testing accommodations, take English as a second language or ESL tests, […]

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The Story That Will Lure You In

March 19, 2026March 20, 2026Jennifer Grimm, Staff Writer

As a longtime fan of the candid and fearless Jennette McCurdy, I was excited to dive into McCurdy’s debut novel, Half His Age, and it truly delivered in ways I did not expect. McCurdy’s writing is sharp, unflinching, and often hilarious, even amid the most uncomfortable moments. McCurdy’s ability to explore dark, taboo topics with […]

Yuji Itadori, a Jujutsu Kaisen character, looking fearful with a scar crossing his face and a scar on his lip.

Expectations versus Reality

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Jackson Murphy, Assistant Editor

Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution is finally in theaters and acts as a sneak peek of what’s to come for Jujutsu Kaisen in Season 3. Unfortunately, Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution’s release fell short of expectations. What was supposed to be an almost two-hour debut of the highly anticipated Culling Game arc, in reality, felt more like a patchwork […]

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PVCC Art Exhibit Aims to Spread Accessibility

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Colley Baker, staff writer

On Feb. 6, the UVA Center for Health Humanities and Ethics, and the PVCC Visual Arts Department, opened the art exhibition “Community Connections: Creative Pathways to Understanding” in the V. Earl Dickenson Building. The exhibit was made in collaboration with nine other organizations in the Charlottesville area. Creative access and human connection were at the […]