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April 9, 2012
Junior researching DNA repair is named Beckman Scholar
Personal mentoring and an interdisciplinary major helped Emily McFadden, ’13, conduct research that earned grant funding from the Beckman Foundation.
April 6, 2012
An alternative spring break program immerses students in the issues confronting public education in the City of Richmond.
Eight students explored the challenges facing public education in the city through the Center for Civic Education’s first Richmond-based alternative spring break.
April 3, 2012
Fresh air and arguments led to a healthy debate at the University Forum.
Spirited exchanges and genuine dialogue marked the sixth annual event, which attracts students, faculty and staff together for dialogue about a campus issue.
April 2, 2012
Symposium features expert panel and former Navy SEAL Eric Greitens
A symposium sponsored by the Jepson School and co-sponsored by PPEL examines the legality and morality of targeted killing and features former Navy SEAL and best-selling author Eric Greitens.
Faculty and staff meet regularly to share experiences and information about caring for elderly loved ones
The Elder Care affinity group is one of three groups established by the University Staff Advisory Council to give employees an opportunity to meet with others on campus who have similar interests.
March 30, 2012
Master of Liberal Arts program deepens novelist's appreciation for lifelong learning
Award-winning author, columnist, speaker, and writing coach Stacy Hawkins Adams, C‘13, is back in the classroom pursuing her passion for lifelong learning.
March 28, 2012
New landscape program focuses on sustainable landscape practices
The Landscape Horticulture, Plants and Practices professional certification is perfect for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of plants and sustainable horticulture practices including homeowners as well as professionals in a variety of fields.
March 26, 2012
A grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities is funding a yearlong MLC series
The Department of Modern Literatures and Cultures is hosting a yearlong series devoted to examining life through art, thanks to a grant from the NEH.
Senior's love of nature finds a home in Earth Lodge
Colin Cardwell, '12, was inspired by his Colorado roots and a love of nature to explore environmental studies through the lens of business administration.
March 23, 2012
UR Downtown joins MetroCASH coalition
UR Downtown joins the MetroCASH coalition and offers free tax assistance to Richmond area residents.