Student Development

We cultivate environments that encourage connection, embrace challenge, and support learning and growth so that every Spider develops the confidence, curiosity, and capacity to thrive.

Feature Stories

$6 Million Gift to the University of Richmond Will Support Expansion of the Wilton Center

UR alums and longtime generous benefactors Carole and Marcus Weinstein will donate $6 million to the University of Richmond to support the expansion of the Wilton Center.

Senior Daniel Polonia presenting his research at the Jepson Research Symposium on April 17, 2026

University of Richmond senior receives scholarship to Oxford master’s program

A belief in academia’s role in promoting the common good leads Jepson Scholar Daniel Polonia to pursue a master’s in higher education at the University of Oxford.

Senior Emma McCauley in a white dress adorned with her graduation stole and cords and her Richmond College Medal

Trailblazing student makes University of Richmond history

Senior Emma McCauley became the first woman to serve as a senator in the historically male Richmond College Student Government Association.

Supporting student involvement at the University of Richmond: Inside the SOBAC process

Through a combination of student leadership, structured decision-making processes, and staff support, the University of Richmond fosters a thriving student organization ecosystem.