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In uncertain economy, students and parents learn college can be affordable

By Ryan Clark | January 24, 2009

Only 35 colleges nationally don't pay attention to an applicant's financial status during the admissions process and also meet 100 percent of so-called "demonstrated financial need" as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and university policies. The University of Richmond is one of those schools, a message admissions officials touted this morning in Brunet Memorial Hall during a special statewide financial aid seminar called WRAP. WRAP sessions -- which stand for "Within Reach and Personal" -- were held across Virginia today to discuss financial aid and the affordability of private colleges and universities in response to the worsening economic climate, admission counselor Tom Nicholas said.

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News Brief: Compact to help low-income students afford college

By Sharon Tully | January 22, 2009

The Board of Trustees of the College Board has issued a call to action from college educators across the country to help make college education a reality for all students. President Edward Ayers took the first step in joining the initiative, known as the CollegeKeys Compact, by signing the commitment in order to become a charter member. The program's goal is to help students from low-income backgrounds prepare for and get into college by providing financial aid, academic and emotional support. The Compact also calls for a team of senior leaders to head up the initiative, which will be led by April Hill, chairwoman of the faculty committee on admission.

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Blackboard upgrade allows for more student communication

By Amelie LeBreton | January 22, 2009

It may not look very different, but the Blackboard Learning System was upgraded during winter break. The new version, Blackboard 8, has new capabilities and provides a preview of a transition to Web 2.0 technology for both the University of Richmond and the Blackboard company. "The recent upgrade was not so much glamorous," said Fred Hagemeister, coordinator of Academic Technology Services.

Michelle Garcia, Alisa Emelianova and Adam Ferguson enjoy their lunch and do work in the second floor lounge of Lakeview Hall.
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Lakeview honored as a 'Dorm of Distinction'

By Guv Callahan | January 22, 2009

University Business Magazine, a publication for senior administrators at colleges and universities, has named the University of Richmond's newly constructed Lakeview Hall to its "Dorms of Distinction." According to the article, published in August, writers at the magazine looked for sustainable dorms that provided a home-like atmosphere to its students while fostering a sense of community with both interior and exterior space.

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Haddock leaves behind a legacy with new building

By Sarah Blythe-Wood | January 22, 2009

In 2011, students and faculty of the E. Claiborne Robins School of Business will welcome the 33,000 square-foot addition of Queally Hall, but without Dean Jorge Haddock. As Haddock prepares to leave and take up his new position as dean at George Mason University's School of Management, his interest lies primarily on the legacy that goes beyond the building. "Deans come and go," he said.

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Dean of admission announces retirement

By Sharon Tully | January 19, 2009

After 33 years as a key member of the University of Richmond admission staff, Pamela W. Spence has announced her retirement as dean of admission. Spence will continue to serve in her position during this semester, helping to select the class of 2013.

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Professors discuss both sides of growing up during the Civil Rights struggle

By David Larter | January 18, 2009

Students who gathered in the Think Tank at the Tyler Haynes Commons on Friday afternoon heard stories about the absurdity, pain and sheer terror of growing up in Birmingham, Ala., at the height of the Civil Rights movement from two professors who witnessed it first-hand. Gill Hickman, Jepson professor of leadership studies, and Ladelle McWhorter, professor of philosophy and women's studies, grew up on different sides of the color line that divided Birmingham in the 1960s.

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Trustees unanimously approve strategic plan, solidifying school's 5-year goals

By Dan Petty | January 16, 2009

The University of Richmond's Board of Trustees have unanimously approved the proposed five-year strategic plan, clearing the way for administrators to immediately begin molding university policy and offering programs to reach the plan's five goals. The trustees, who met Thursday and Friday at the Jepson Alumni Center primarily to deliberate the plan, passed it without alterations, said President Edward Ayers and his chief of staff, Lori Schuyler. The plan -- dubbed "The Richmond Promise" -- was founded on five points, which included promises for increased diversity, access and affordability, engagement with the City of Richmond and unity among the separate schools.

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Students, professors discuss King's legacy and race relations

By Jimmy Young | January 16, 2009

Students and staff at the University of Richmond should "remain awake" during periods of social change and work toward joining the "vineyard of justice," Thad Williamson said Thursday during a teach-in honoring Martin Luther King and his legacy. Williamson, who is an assistant professor of leadership studies, joined Richmond professors and students during a discussion about King and race relations in America today.

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Trayless plan halted; school called to voluntarily cut waste

By Dan Petty | January 16, 2009

Cut down on food waste by spring break, and the dining hall trays stay. That's the counteroffer from the University of Richmond's Sustainability Working Group, which has delivered its decision after members of the student governments charged student opinion wasn't adequately considered before going permanently trayless was approved in November. Trays will now remain at least through spring break, except on Fridays -- a continuation of a trayless effort initiated this fall.

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Haddock leaving Robins School to be dean at George Mason

By Dan Petty | December 18, 2008

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Jorge Haddock, dean of the E. Claiborne Robins School of Business, is leaving the University of Richmond after four years to become dean at the George Mason School of Management. The appointment is pending the approval from George Mason's Board of Visitors and would be effective July 1, 2009.

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