The French Film Festival, sponsored by the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University, celebrates its 25th anniversary March 27 through April 2. This festival is the largest showcase of French film and culture in the United States. New this year, the festival will include live on-stage performances, exclusive to North America.
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International film industry celebrities to visit RVA for 25th French Film Festival; new features will highlight French arts and culture
March 2, 2017
Archaeology lecture series at the University of Richmond features notable speakers on ancient Greece
The University of Richmond Department of Classical Studies and the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) are hosting a lecture series focusing on Athenian naval bases and erotic curse tablets.
March 1, 2017
UR's commencement weekend features founding partner of BET, Reynolds executive and chief justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia
The University of Richmond is announcing the speakers who will address graduates during commencement weekend May 6-7.
February 28, 2017
University of Richmond celebrates #SpiderPride; wear school colors and meet live spider mascots March 14
The University of Richmond is celebrating Spider spirit and pride all day on March 14, which is National Spider Day.
February 27, 2017
University of Richmond Office of Alumni and Career Services offers top tips for graduating seniors still looking for employment
Career advisors in the University of Richmond’s Office of Alumni and Career Services say seniors should not panic if they don’t have a job upon graduating.
February 22, 2017
UR math professor Jim Davis selected for Fulbright Global Award
Jim Davis, a University of Richmond professor of mathematics, has received a Fulbright Global Scholar program award.
February 17, 2017
University of Richmond to host international conference highlighting cinema, includes free 3-D film screenings
About 20 scholars from around the world will gather at the University of Richmond beginning Feb. 24 to discuss German filmmaker Wim Wenders’ contributions to the visual arts.
February 17, 2017
University of Richmond dean appointed by governor to the Virginia Board of Education
Gov. Terry McAuliffe announced additional appointments to his administration today, including Jamelle Wilson, dean of the School of Professional and Continuing Studies at the University of Richmond, to the Virginia Board of Education.
February 15, 2017
Children's author and illustrator Jason Chin to speak at the University of Richmond about his creative process and science literacy
The University of Richmond welcomes Jason Chin, author of the acclaimed children’s book “Grand Canyon,” to discuss the development of his picture books.
February 14, 2017
University of Richmond "Women in Leadership" reading group hosts panel discussion focusing on higher education
A reading group at the University of Richmond is hosting a panel discussion on women and leadership in higher education.