Opinion

Coordinate college system unnecessary and divisive

The university's website states that, "The coordinate college system is one of the most distinctive features of the University of Richmond," and I couldn't agree more. As a tour guide, I often face the challenge of explaining the benefits of gender-separated colleges to prospective students and their families, and I constantly find myself having to correct their idea of the real world. In the real world, I tell them, you live with only one gender.

Student responds to criticism of Ring Dance changes

To begin I would like to thank The Collegian for the piece it published last week called, "Traditions exist for a reason" by Thomas Neale, because the public voicing of opinions of the many people who comprise the University of Richmond community can only serve to broaden and diversify discussions pertinent to the school. But I must be honest with you, Mr. Neale.

Ultimate roommate: Alumnus shares friend's post-college adventures

Simply, Zach Lager is my roommate of three years from college and one of my best friends (and I'm sure others would say the same). But so what?

The Spider Way: In Print

The following is an interview with Katie Bell, '07, associate director of regional initiatives. What did you study at University of Richmond and what were your post-graduation plans? I double-majored in journalism and leadership studies.

'Traditions exist for a reason:' Parent attacks Ring Dance changes

I am the father of a Class of 2010 alumna. My daughter loved her time at Richmond. She graduated summa cum laude, was a three-year officer on the Honor Council and became editor of The Collegian her senior year.

Ask Andre: a romantic advice column

Q I love my girlfriend a lot. I really do. But lately she's been hanging out with a new group that seems to have inspired in her an "all natural" phase, where she's decided that deodorant and strong soaps are simply out of the question.

Generations of Mentors: from mentee to mentor

You know that brief moment in "Tarzan" when he is flying through the air between vines? That's basically been my life for the last five years. Like many of you, I left my family and friends to start college in Richmond.

Government in the shadows: General Assembly 2013

Civil rights trampled, procedural rules ignored and voting privileges denied and restricted. It may sound like the government of Zimbabwe or Russia, but this is instead the usual business of the Virginia General Assembly, which is now in its spring 2013 session. Virginia politicians have already successfully lived up to the underhanded and discriminatory legacy of their predecessors, and this year's session is not even halfway over. It began on a high note, with Gov.

Style in the Richmond bubble: winter wear

The Richmond Spider Way: In Print

The Spider Way: In Print highlights the career path of UR alumni. For additional career advice and tips, visit spiderway.wordpress.com or call Career Services at (804) 289-8547 to make an appointment. The following is an interview with Rebecca Goldberg, an '05 Richmond grad who now works as the Global Corporate Merchandising Manager for Coach, Inc. What did you study at University of Richmond, and what were your post-graduation plans? I majored in political science and Spanish because the professors in those departments were stimulating and engaging.

Baby, it's freezing outside

Are you tired of needing four layers to make it to class in the morning? Do you miss feeling your fingers, toes and other extremities?

Letter to the editor and community from a RCSGA senator

To The Collegian and Members of the UR Community, I am writing in regard to my comments toward Dr. Ayers in the article, "Students protest reconfiguration at Board of Trustees luncheon." My comments were taken out of context and were inappropriately personal.

Police Chief's Response to actions made during student protest

I spent my time this weekend having e-versations with students, faculty and staff regarding the recent Collegian article. I am a firm believer that successful law enforcement is based on transparency, and I wanted to share with you my position. A planned rally was to be held at the time of the trustees meeting, the rally was advertised through social media, local media and was an open invitation to attend.

A radical history is nothing to be ashamed of

On November 19th, I had the pleasure of attending a student research presentation by Dana McLachlin, Class of 2014.

Make the most of your winter break time

With the end of classes and final exams looming, everyone dreams of winter break. While most students are looking forward to sleeping in and catching up on TV shows missed throughout the semester, winter break also provides an opportunity to think and plan for the next step: jobs, internships, graduate school.

Ask Andre: the romantic advice column

Q: I'm dating an international student who was studying abroad here last semester. We met when I was an OA and have been together ever since.

The best four years of our lives? I hope not.

People say that college is supposed to be the best four years of our lives. And yes, rarely if ever again will we have access to an all-you-can-eat dining hall, a free gym or the time to take a course merely to learn the intricate facets of Lady Gaga's personal life.

Quidditch: a sport that takes real brooms and balls to play

There's a new, hotshot broom sport, and frankly, it's a lot more exciting to watch. Lifted straight from the pages of the popular Harry Potter series, Quidditch is now an official club sport at more than 300 universities and high schools in the U.S., according to the website of the International Quidditch Association, the sport's governing body.

Obama victory could cost Democrats Virginia governorship

Virginia liberals, a group that includes many Richmond students, had two victories to celebrate after last week's election.

Australian exchange student upset by track and field team cut

I set foot on campus for the first time in 2007; a gawky kid who wore Target-brand tube socks with sneakers and was blissfully unaware that, unlike his native Australia, America had not embraced jean shorts as a sensible, everyday fashion choice.