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November 29, 2012
Junior combines academics and advocacy
Working towards social justice and equality led Erik Lampmann, '14, to found a policy organization on campus which helped him combine academic interests with advocacy for the issues important to him.
November 16, 2012
Graduate explores Civil War memories
Kevin Levin, G’05, recently published his book “Remembering the Battle of the Crater: War as Murder,” which is loosely based on his master’s thesis.
Sophomore tests his music composition skills in local film competition
Music major Austin Nuckols, ’15, spent two days writing music for his team’s entry in the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project and was recognized with Best Score.
Junior brings national attention to his homeland's plight
Manyang Kher, C’14, was a named a finalist for the 2012 Do Something Awards for his efforts to help Sudanese refugees through his nonprofit organization, Humanity Helping Sudan.
November 5, 2012
English alum creates one-of-a-kind artist's book with help from UR professor
Josh Hockensmith collaborated with art professor Stephen Addiss to produce a limited edition book featuring Addiss' haiku poems.
Theatre major finds that college is a time for exploration and "serious play"
Alex Turner came to the University of Richmond intent on exploring all that its theatre program had to offer.
Junior's commitment to help others led him to Africa
Kelly Kurz spent the summer in Tanzania and Uganda teaching English and learning about social justice issues affecting the African people.
Conversational style, technology, and honesty: key components of teaching
As a political science professor, Stephen Long looks to technology to enhance the classroom discussion. But the most important tool at his disposal is personality.
Public health student researches the realities of addiction
LaShonda Hanna delved into the complicated issues associated with addiction through a summer internship at Rubicon, a Richmond substance abuse treament center.
Religion professor explores historic context of early Christian texts
Stephanie Cobb’s research poses difficult questions about the intersection of history and faith — a subject she hopes to see more often in public discourse.