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frecklestwin t1_itv8mqc wrote

I’ve (26F) lived in Richmond my whole life. Others have already talked about crime, so I’ll just talk about what VCU is like.

I work at VCU Monroe Campus, take my lunches in Monroe Park and spend a lot of time in the Cabell Library. Day-to-day, the VCU campus is very chill. People mind their business. There are people of all types just chilling, everyone is friendly and respectful. The only altercation I’ve personally seen is some random guy being a dick to a college student about her dog in the park (for literally no reason), and I swear every other female within 30 feet was ready to back her up. VCU takes security seriously.

I’ve never moved internationally, but I have moved to Orlando for a couple semesters, and it’s really anxiety inducing! You’re not alone and your anxiety is valid. I wish you all the best in your upcoming travels! Welcome to RVA!

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Visual-Sheepherder36 t1_itvao2c wrote

To add, there are a lot of international students at VCU and in my fifteen years of living in RVA I've never seen them treated differently than anyone else.

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Extreme_Necessary_56 OP t1_itvdhq0 wrote

Thanks for the help! It’s really comforting to hear that girls stand up for other girls🥰. Hopefully I will adapt quickly and perceive Richmond as my new “home.”

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easy_Money t1_itwczd3 wrote

You will, like it or not. I moved here to just get away from my hometown for a little bit and.... well that was 12 years ago. Richmond is a great place to be in your 20's, just the amazing bar and restaurant scene alone is enough to keep you busy and happy

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