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April 29, 2011
Clinical placement leads to job as international humanitarian law manager with Richmond chapter of the Red Cross
In her work with the Greater Richmond Chapter of the American Red Cross, Tiffany Mansfield discovers she does not have to cross international borders to work in international humanitarian law.
April 28, 2011
Bonner Scholar uses fitness, nutrition and research to combat childhood obesity
Tenaj Ferguson, ’11, thinks a child’s ability to name the color of a strawberry may be linked to that child’s risk of becoming obese.
International student at home in North Richmond elementary school
Pin Thanesnant, ’11, the daughter of a Thai diplomat, has lived in many countries but doesn’t claim any of them as home. During her four years at University of Richmond, however, she found a place where she belongs — a North Side Richmond elementary school.
April 27, 2011
Senior's unique experiences open up a world of possibilities
When Megan Abbott, ’11, came here four years ago, she had no idea her experiences would include interning at the Peace Corps headquarters in Washington, D.C., studying abroad in Chile, and having dinner at the house of former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine.
Law commencement speaker Anne Holton encourages law students to give back to the community
Law commencement speaker Anne Holton is passionate about public service. She encourages law students to give back to the community as she has done during her entire legal career.
SSIR course gives student international context for studies in medicine and health
A class trip to the Dominican Republic helped Kevin Kindler, ’13, discover his passion for global health.
April 26, 2011
Maryland's Secretary of Juvenile Services finds great reward in challenging work
Maryland’s recently appointed Secretary of Juvenile Services, Sam Abed, L’01, says his law degree is a great asset. “It is a tremendous advantage to be a lawyer in a position like this because of the legislative aspect,” he says.
April 25, 2011
A student's remarkable journey from crime-ridden neigborhood to law school
When William Dudley, L'11, graduates this year he will be first in his family to earn a professional degree. His remarkable journey from a rough, crime-ridden neighborhood in Portsmouth, Va., to jail, and then to law school, drives his mission to pay it forward.
April 22, 2011
Duke Energy CEO addresses the future of clean energy
Jim Rogers, CEO of Duke Energy, spoke about the importance of creative cooperation on the path to a carbon-neutral energy future.
April 21, 2011
Colleagues' support helps UR staff member achieve US citizenship
Dragica Jovanovic didn’t speak a word of English when she left her home in Bosnia and Herzegovina. With the help of faculty and staff in the journalism department and the Speech Center, she is now a U.S. citizen.