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May 10, 2013
State representative credits internship with leading him to a career in public service
"My constituents benefit every day from the many lessons I learned earning my degree in leadership studies at Jepson."
May 9, 2013
Inspired by the great outdoors, the musical composition Inuksuit was performed in the Jenkins Greek Theatre for Earth Day
Composer John Luther Adams was inspired by his Alaskan surroundings to write an outdoor piece intertwining music and nature.
Annual ceremony celebrates dedication and exceptional performance of UR staff
The annual Employee Service Awards ceremony brings together colleagues from across campus to celebrate the exceptional dedication of University of Richmond staff, honoring employees who have been with the University for five or more years.
Fulbright Scholar applies leadership lessons to teaching career that has taken her around the world
"While serving as a teacher may not be a particularly high-powered leadership position, it is one that I find immensely rewarding."
May 7, 2013
Federal consultant turned government employee applies concepts of servant leadership and transformational leadership
"As a consultant, it was my job to listen to the client's needs and provide them with recommendations and solutions that would increase the efficiency of and elevate their organization."
May 6, 2013
Richmond in Danville? For Weekend College students, the answer is 'Yes!'
Angela Harris, C’09, found “the right fit at the right time” at the University of Richmond.
Alumnus puts theory to practice in a career in government
"In my personal and professional pursuits, I have leaned heavily on many of the principles of leadership that I learned at Jepson."
May 3, 2013
Fatherhood encourages student to pursue degree
Professional and Continuing Studies student Andrew Bowers, C’13, decided to return to school to give his children a “better future.”
May 1, 2013
Struttin' our stuff at the Osher open house
Jane Dowrick, director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, reflects on the talent and faithfulness of Osher program leaders on display at the recent Open House event.
Osher teams: Working to bring you learning opportunities
The whole is more than the sum of its parts, said Aristotle. This well-known phrase accurately describes the Osher Leadership Council and project teams.