I mean, if using the word ‘visual’ and ‘performing’ to describe what kind of arts department it is makes it virtue signaling then so is every place that’s ever had a description in its name.

What’s better about VAPA as an acronym is it rolls off the tongue while reminding you what kind of arts department it is. As a acronym, dare I say, VAPA is succinct and the SFUSD is like a clusterfuck of letters that goes nowhere.