Feature Stories

March 19, 2013
Working GloballyStudents in The Richmond MBA experience working on an international team
A new course exposes students on the Richmond campus to the complexities of international business when they complete projects with students located in France
March 18, 2013
Science Without BordersRichmond hosts Brazilian undergraduates in new partnership
The University welcomes international students with the help of a Brazilian government program.
Lydia Morton, '13Mathematical Economics major begins career in technical services at Epic Systems

Eager to take advantage of the endless liberal arts opportunities at the University of Richmond, Morton took her time exploring different fields of study, until she found her calling: Mathematical Economics.

Barbara Vaughan, W'65Westhampton College "Girly Girls"
I believe that the education at Westhampton College was not just what we learned from the textbooks and the excellent faculty, but we learned so much from the college campus experiences. 
Keefer Taylor, '13Passionate computer science major kicks off career as software engineer for Google

Taylor attributes his success to the guidance and support of many including: University of Richmond’s Computer Science department, Career Services’ resources and UR’s overarching liberal arts experience.

Margaret Moore, '14From fork to field, Moore has always had a craving for food

Margaret Moore’s passion for food sciences stems from her childhood farming roots in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Until arriving at the University of Richmond, however, she had never considered turning this hobby into her professional career path.

Sarah Pascual, '13 UR Glee member brings music to kids
Sarah Pascual, ’13, helped found the UR Glee Club and a similar program at a local after-school program.
Looking Back, Moving Forward ConferenceConference seeks to promote diversity in schools by learning from the past

In May 1973, the Supreme Court blocked a movement to consolidate Richmond public schools with its suburban counterparts. The ruling still has implications today.

March 13, 2013
The Mentor Hand-OffTwo UR students tout the benefits of long-term mentoring

Two UR students tout the benefits of long-term mentoring for mentors and mentees alike.

Alexandra Hackett, '13Graduating UR Business major and retiring RPS teacher work as a seasoned team in the classroom
Alexandra Hackett, '13, deepened her understanding of the education system through three years volunteering as a classroom aide.