February 3, 2026
University of Richmond Student Volunteers Offer Free Tax Preparation
University of Richmond students offer free tax preparation for community members for the 15th consecutive season.
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Media Releases
February 2, 2026
University of Richmond Faculty and Students Launch First-of-Its-Kind Online Visualizer for Studying Ancient Human DNA
A team of researchers and students at the University of Richmond has launched a groundbreaking new digital tool that lets users explore ancient human DNA through an interactive global map.
January 28, 2026
University of Richmond Sharp Viewpoint Speaker Series Event on Feb. 5 Will Explore ‘AI and The Future of Work’
Is AI already changing the way we work — and what’s to come? These questions will take center stage at the University of Richmond on Feb. 5.
January 16, 2026
University of Richmond Receives National Recognition for Commitment to Community Engagement
UR has been awarded the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification.
January 12, 2026
University of Richmond Hosts MLK Celebration
The University of Richmond’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will be held on January 20.
December 12, 2025
Five University of Richmond Students Awarded Competitive Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad
Five University of Richmond students have been offered Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad experiences.
Media Placements
January 29, 2026
Teaching: What do you want from your teaching center?
Terry Dolson, senior associate director for community-engaged learning, is quoted.
January 27, 2026
Richmond rapper Mad Skillz going back to the Grammys
Mad Skillz, a rapper and adjunct liberal arts professor, is featured.
January 27, 2026
Judge rules Massachusetts offshore wind project halted by Trump administration can continue
Law professor Carl Tobias is quoted.
January 26, 2026
Trump foreign policy looms over Team USA ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics
American studies professor Stephen Brauer, who is working on a book about sports writing, is quoted.
January 26, 2026
Alabama leads new surge in state CPA licensing reforms
Accounting professor Robert Pawlewicz is quoted.
January 22, 2026
States, cities are hard-pressed to fight violent ICE arrest tactics
Law professor Jack Preis is quoted.