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.

Upcoming Events

Aug 27

Spiders FLI: Mentor & Mentee: Welcome

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sep 10

Scholar Connection: Community, Connection, & Information Brokers

12:00 PM - 1:15 AM

Sep 10

Book Talk: Information Brokers: Political Socialization in Latino Immigrant Families

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Sep 10

Spiders FLI: Mentor & Mentee: Study Abroad

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Feature Stories

George Ruthven, '27, standing outside Jepson Hall

University of Richmond senior develops an interest in optometry during internship

An internship at a nonprofit clinic shifts senior’s career focus to optometry, while affirming his commitment to volunteering.

University of Richmond pilgrimage to Spain and Morocco

UR Now: University News

A Chaplaincy pilgrimage helps University of Richmond students reflect on faith, history, and understanding

The pilgrimage to Spain and Morocco brings history and our common humanity into focus.

Philanthropy

$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.