In the News

Mainstream national media and top industry trade publications frequently turn to University of Richmond faculty and staff experts to add perspective to the news of the day and serve as key authorities on issues of national and international importance. Within the UR newsroom you will find media placements, the University’s releases, and featured experts.

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Lauren Anesta

Media Relations Manager
lauren.anesta@richmond.edu
804-289-8660

Sunni Brown

Senior Director, Media Relations & Strategic Communications
sbrown5@richmond.edu
804-289-8056

Media Releases

August 7, 2026

Faculty Award

University of Richmond Journalism Professor Singeli Agnew Recognized for Emmy-Award Winning Documentary Film

Journalism professor Singeli Agnew was recently recognized for her work as a cinematographer on the documentary Kids Under Fire.

August 5, 2026

University of Richmond Police Department Hosts National Night Out Event

On August 4, the University of Richmond Police Department hosted a National Night Out event on campus.

August 4, 2026

University of Richmond’s Modlin Center for the Arts Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Landmark Performances and Two World Premieres

The University of Richmond’s Modlin Center for the Arts is celebrating its 30th anniversary in the upcoming 2026–27 season of Modlin Arts Presents.

July 28, 2026

Rankings News

University of Richmond Featured in Fiske Guide to Colleges

Richmond is among approximately 300 colleges and universities featured in the 2027 edition. UR has appeared in every edition of the guide since its debut in the 1980s.

July 24, 2026

University of Richmond President Emeritus Ed Ayers Appointed to State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

Ayers will fill SCHEV’s newly established seat representing Virginia’s nonprofit private colleges and serve as a dedicated representative for independent colleges and universities.