How Social Media Launched the Metro Richmond Zoo to National Fame

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Hannah Hill| Cameron Mottley| Christopher Van Norden II| Chloe Schueman| sgt9hp
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Thanks to several animals becoming social media sensations, the Metro Richmond Zoo is attracting visitors from all over the country and opening new experiences for animal lovers.

Select footage courtesy of Metro Richmond Zoo via Instagram & TikTok

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Hannah Hill
Cameron Mottley
Cameron Mottley is the Executive Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at WUVA. She is a third-year Media Studies student from Mechanicsville, VA. Her other UVA involvements include University Dance Club, Kappa Delta Sorority, and Ballet & Books. Reach out to Cameron at bqu2wf@virginia.edu.
Christopher Van Norden II
Christopher Van Norden II is the Associate News Director at WUVA. He is a fourth-year Computer Science and Media Studies student from Danville, VA. For any inquiries or questions, contact Christopher at gjj6qq@virginia.edu or vannorden02@gmail.com
Chloe Schueman
Chloe Schueman is an Assistant Director of Student Life. She is a second year student from Cumberland, Maine. Her other involvements include Alpha Chi Omega, Women’s Club Ultimate Frisbee, Cville Tulips, Hoos Connected, and Outdoors Club. Reach out to Chloe at drb9pp@virginia.edu.
sgt9hp
Sam Shibu is the Operations Manager at WUVA. He is a second year College student, hoping to double major in Computer Science and Media Studies. He was previously the Assistant News Director and Assistant Summer Director. For any inquiries or questions, contact Sam at sgt9hp@virginia.edu.

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