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April 21, 2011
Senior combines biology and photography to bring the perfect major into focus
When she transferred to UR, Natalie Salim, ’11, wasn’t sure what she wanted to study. With the help of the interdisciplinary studies program, she combined her interests in marine biology and photography to create the perfect major.
Deputy law librarian travels the world as American Association of Law Libraries president
Think law librarians spend their days sitting around reading books? Think again. Joyce Manna Janto, L'89, deputy director of Richmond's law library and president of the American Association of Law Libraries, shows that being a law librarian can be glamorous.
Biology alumnus travels after graduation with HHMI and Fulbright grants
Aaron Daugherty, '09, realized that his education was not going to end when he left UR. But before going to graduate school, Daugherty took advantage of HHMI and Fulbright grants to see the world.
April 20, 2011
Researching poverty in Richmond helps junior prepare for real estate career
After transferring to UR, Matthew Chmielewski, ’12, started a job that pairs research on poverty in the Richmond region with preparation for a career in commercial real estate.
A certificate in Paralegal Studies opens the door to new career opportunities
As Nicole Dernelle-Ruhlow, C'10, earned a Certificate in Applied Studies in Paralegal Studies from the School of Continuing Studies, she discovered that a Richmond degree opens doors.
International studies major lands job translating for anti-human trafficking police force
Four years after coming to Richmond for its international opportunities, senior Carter Quinley will begin a job translating for the Thai police’s anti-human trafficking division.
Law student caps off busy law school career with distinguished award
Jason Fisher caps off a busy three years of law school by being named Distinguished Bankruptcy Law Student for the Fourth Circuit by the American College of Bankruptcy.
April 19, 2011
Theater and dance showcase features senior's independent study
Chaz Barracks, ’11, culminated his UR experience with a theater and dance performance created around the drama of his own life story.
April 18, 2011
Civil War's 150th anniversary keeps graduating senior in Richmond
After four years studying the course of Southern history, graduating senior Amanda Kleintop is taking her place among those working to make Virginia’s history relevant to people today.
April 15, 2011
Senior explores social justice issues from both sides of the camera
Charles Mike III, ’11, followed his father from Nigeria to UR, but forged his own path using film as a catalyst for social change.