Thomas Gibney, ’08, and Emily Hunt, ’07, both are now published poets thanks to experiences at Richmond, from influential professors to studying abroad to creative writing electives.

In mid-March last year, Raquel Molina, director of the Galapagos National Park, was fired after only two years on the job. That same week, University of Richmond journalism professor Steve Nash was in the Galapagos Islands with his family on vacation.

Latin American studies professor Claudia Ferman rarely speaks of film without mention of its relevance to the classroom. After committing to direct a Latin American studies film festival, her first order of business was to find a way to involve her students in the process.

The University's professional program in landscape design is improving its curriculum by focusing on green topics — and extending the opportunity to learn more about sustainability to anyone who is interested.

"I knew the job I wanted," Lewis said. “I wanted to work with kids, for a nonprofit, at a place where I could use my leadership and conflict resolution skills. Finally, I saw the posting on SpiderConnect."

Edith Vega always thought she’d be an investment banker. With concentrations in finance and international business, a high GPA and a flawless résumé by junior year, she was well on her way to accomplishing that goal.

Exactly how does a first-year student in college prepare herself for law school? Maintaining high grades, preparing for the Law School Admissions Test and gaining meaningful experience all take priority.

“Anyone can learn the facts that are covered in medical school, but my dream is to connect with others when they are most vulnerable and be their advocate.”

For Bridget Swartz, '09, the tight job market didn’t get her down. It got her motivated.

Carter Quinley, ‘11, has been preparing for a career that will take her around the world since she was a small child.