Feature Stories

The conversation around being test-optional in the college admission process is ongoing, and the policy continues to evolve. In 2020, many institutions of all types broadened their requirements to allow students to apply without standardized test scores. However, in the most recent admission cycle, a few selective institutions decided to return to a test-required policy. This has led many to wonder what this means for college admissions and how test scores are being weighed in the overall decision, especially if an institution says it is test optional.

How this former Spider midfielder transformed his Richmond academics and talent for playing soccer into a successful career as a president in the Premier League.

Professor Erling Sjovold was given the gift of time to explore and create new art during a two-month residency in the City of Lights.

Devin Morgan’s commitment to public service and community engagement has a positive impact on our campus and beyond.

Whatever season you plan a visit, you won’t have to wonder why Richmond’s campus consistently ranks among the most beautiful in the country. The gothic architecture, serene lake, and green spaces add up to a picturesque setting. But visiting campus is about more than just sightseeing. You are trying to determine if it is going to be a good academic and personal fit—a place where you can have a transformational experience. So how can you glean that from an hour and a half tour? Chances are you can’t. Most colleges offer many ways to engage on-campus and virtually both before and after your visit. Here are some tips to get to know a campus beyond the tour.

Nick Baldaino, GB'17, launched Richmond Floorball Club last year and has reconnected with the Robins School through the Spider Business Hub.