How Social Media Launched the Metro Richmond Zoo to National Fame

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Hannah Hill| Cameron Mottley| Christopher Van Norden II| Sam Shibu| Chloe Schueman
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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 Student Life Director and Summer News Director at WUVA. She is a rising 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
I'm an 18-year-old male from Danville, Virginia who also is currently as first year student attending the University of Virginia. I intend on majoring in Computer Science and, potentially, Media Studies. I also currently hold An Associate's of Arts & Sciences in Science Degree with greatest honors from Danville Community College. My pronouns are He/Him or They/Them.
Sam Shibu
Hello, I am Sam Shibu. I am a part of the Class of 2028, hoping to double major in Computer Science and Media Studies. Feel free to contact me at sgt9hp@virginia.edu.
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.

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