With Valentine’s Day around the corner, an English professor considers the roles of poets and readers in determining meaning.
Feature Stories
Do authors really put deeper meaning into poems and stories - or do readers make it up?
February 9, 2021
Q&A
6 major changes expected from a new president and Congress
How will the political landscape shift in the first 100 days of a new presidency?
February 9, 2021
The Fight for Decarceration
MiAngel Cody’s Decarceration Collective fights to free people sentenced to life in prison for drugs. Richmond Law will host Cody Feb. 18 as part of the Emroch Event Series.
February 9, 2021
Alumni Profile: Elly Pepper, L'10
In her almost 11-year career with the Natural Resources Defense Council, Elly Pepper, L'10, has charted her own path while pursuing her passion to protect threatened and endangered species and habitats.
February 9, 2021
The Conversation
New steps the government's taking toward COVID-19 relief could help fight hunger
Political science professor Tracy Roof authored this piece.
February 8, 2021
Q&A
How mindfulness can help you cope with 2021 (All of it)
A pandemic. Racial strife. Political divisiveness. A UR professor explains how being present can help get through it all.
February 2, 2021
Adrienne Smith, '98, pursues her dream in Napa Valley
The general manager of a California winery gets creative in turning unexpected challenges into success
February 1, 2021
University News
Biologist awarded NSF grant for documentary on fish that create nests
Eugene Maurakis studies fish species that create nests to attract mates for spawning and to protect their young.
February 1, 2021
The Conversation
Salt doesn't melt ice: Here's how it actually makes winter streets safe
Chemistry professor Julie Pollock authored this piece on the science behind how salt treats icy roads.
January 31, 2021
Alumnus at forefront of COVID-19 battle
Walgreens executive Ed Kaleta, '95, takes a lead in the COVID-19 testing and vaccination rollouts