Stories

Your gift to the University of Richmond has the power to change lives. Here are some examples of opportunities that came from the support of generous donors.

Donald B. Fries Jr., ’07

“The Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) is a unique opportunity for seniors concentrating in finance. Working with Robins School faculty, student managers invest approximately $300,000 of the University’s endowment in equities, which requires the practical application of the financial skills developed in the classroom. This hands-on experience includes an annual trip to New York City, where student managers meet with alumni at numerous investment banks and attend an evening networking reception. Thanks for making it all possible.”

Katie Weber, ’07

Because I came to Richmond on an Ethyl Scholarship, I was encouraged to contact faculty mentors and get involved in research right away as a freshman. That helped me realize that I wanted to go to graduate school and spend my life in science. The independent research experience I gained at Richmond—as well as the fact that I had been published and knew what kinds of projects I envisioned doing in the future—enabled me to earn the Marshall Scholarship for two years of post-graduate study in the U.K. Thanks.”