Writing can take many forms across the University — from scholarly articles and book proposals to grant applications, community-engaged research, and pieces written for public audiences. Whatever you are working on, offices across campus offer resources and expertise to help.
This month's Sustainability Champion is Mariah Charlton, a 2020 graduate of the University of Richmond who currently works as a Sustainable Buildings Project Manager at JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) in Columbia, South Carolina. In our conversation, Mariah shared how she got her start in the growing field of sustainable real estate, what her work looks like today, and her advice for students interested in sustainability careers.
Here’s a look at some of 2026’s best photos from the annual rituals that mark the start of the fall semester.
Saif Mehkari was named inaugural recipient of a faculty fellowship remembering John Benton, a 1973 Robins School alum.
As CEO of Visante, Spider alum leads a company that works with hospitals to improve their pharmacies’ patient care and financial returns.
An internship at a nonprofit clinic shifts senior’s career focus to optometry, while affirming his commitment to volunteering.
Donor support made a dream summer internship possible for Olivia Felder, who worked in entertainment publicity for Shore Fire Media.
