Jepson School of Leadership Studies

09/04/2026

This week, visited Jepson's LDST 489 class, which focuses on , including , , and . They shared their and experiences with students. Many thanks, ! University of Richmond Career Services University of Richmond Alumni

09/03/2026

Dr. Tom Shields encourages his students to make a difference by engaging with . That is exactly what junior Alex Ewald did during his summer with the Office of Town Counsel in North Andover, MA, supported by the University of Richmond's Spider Internship Funds. "I worked on a range of municipal legal research and community-related projects, and it definitely helped confirm my interest in and ," Alex said. North Andover, MA Town Offices University of Richmond Career Services

09/02/2026

The University of Richmond ranked No. 4 in "top 10 liberal arts colleges for long-term career success” in the annual LinkedIn Top Colleges ranking. Richmond’s strong showing reflects the University’s distinctive plus approach, which combines the breadth and depth of a with opportunities in , , and hands-on learning. University of Richmond Career Services University of Richmond School of Arts & Sciences University of Richmond's Robins School of Business
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The University of Richmond ranked in the top five of the annual LinkedIn Top Colleges list in the liberal arts colleges category.

09/01/2026

Join us for the 2026-27 on . Registration opens today for the Sept. 15 public lecture "Beyond Invisibility: Changing the Way We See Native America," presented by Dr. Stephanie Fryberg and Matika Wilbur. A book signing and reception will follow. Project 562

Details and registration: https://sl.richmond.edu/4C

08/31/2026

As of Visante, Amy Amick leads a company that works with hospitals to improve their pharmacies’ patient care and financial returns. To ensure Visante’s success, she focuses on building exceptional . University of Richmond School of Arts & Sciences University of Richmond Alumni University of Richmond Career Services

As CEO of Visante, Spider alum leads a company that works with hospitals to improve their pharmacies’ patient care and financial returns.

08/28/2026

Kudos to professors Kristin Bezio and Thad Williamson, who were recognized last week during Colloquy, the annual event marking the official start of the academic year. Dr. Bezio received the University of Richmond's Distinguished Scholarship Award, Dr. Williamson the Distinguished Service Award. They are pictured here with Dean Sandra Peart (right). 👏 🙌 👏 🙌

08/27/2026

As another exciting academic year begins, we take a moment to revisit last year's Jepson School achievements, which reflect our unique, rigorous education. Read our just-released 2025-26 Dean's Report to learn how our students, faculty, and alumni bring to life! University of Richmond University of Richmond Alumni

At the Jepson School of Leadership Studies, students don’t just learn about leadership — they live it. Whether engaging in rigorous classroom discussions, collaborating on research with faculty mentors, or stepping into leadership roles across campus and beyond, Jepson students put theory into a...

08/26/2026

professor Christopher von Rueden is one of several University of Richmond faculty who will use the summer blockbuster film "The Odyssey" to connect his students with Homer’s epic poem and explore its lessons for our time. He will ask his students to discuss the film’s references to questions about how institutions are built, spread, and unravel.

Christopher Nolan’s 21st-century spin on the ancient Greek poem offers new discussion points for Spider classrooms. Professors explain their takes.

08/26/2026

An at the San José Clinic in Houston shifted senior George Ruthven's career focus to and affirmed his commitment to . University of Richmond Career Services University of Richmond-Bonner Center for Civic Engagement University of Richmond School of Arts & Sciences https://jepson.richmond.edu/features/article/-/28542/university-of-richmond-senior-develops-an-interest-in-optometry-during-internship.html?utm_source=jepson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=features-story

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

08/25/2026

The University of Richmond has welcomed about 870 new first-year students from 40 states and U.S. territories and 28 countries to campus for the 2026–27 academic year. Fifty-six percent of incoming first-year students will receive University-funded grant or scholarship aid this year.

Incoming class brings wide-ranging talents and experiences to campus as University begins new academic year.