The Virginia Black Review (VBR) is a political, cultural and art magazine by and for the Black community at the University of Virginia.

The Virginia Black Review publishes a wide variety of content that lies at the productive center of a student opinion newspaper section, art journal, and literary magazine. In our digital and print issues, readers will enjoy opinion pieces, essays, poetry, interviews, artwork, and more. 

In order to honor the abundance, richness and ubiquity of Black creativity, our writers and artists examine current events, social media, arts, literature, and many other topics. Ultimately, we strive to achieve a safe, uplifting, and celebratory creative space.

— Virginia Black Review

Non-Affiliation Clause:

The Virginia Black Review, while having members who are University of Virginia students, is not part of or an agency of the University. It is a separate and independent organization that manages its own affairs. The University does not supervise, direct, or advise the actions of the organization.

Non-Discrimination Clause:

The Virginia Black Review does not restrict its membership, programs, or activities on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family and genetic information.