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Longtime Journalism Professor and Capital News Service Founder Wilma Wirt Dies at 90
April 09, 2025
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 8, 2025:

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Longtime journalism professor and Capital News Service founder Wilma Wirt dies at 90

A beloved advisor and mentor with high standards, she created hands-on experiences that propelled students into communications and teaching careers.

By Dina Weinstein

Former colleagues and students are recalling the passion and legacy o . . .

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