UR Orchard and Food Forest encourages Spider community to engage with nature
A generous gift from a Spider alumna and her family funded the creation of the Orchard and Food Forest.
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Richmond lacrosse teams strengthen bonds, serve communities around Europe
The Spider men's and women's lacrosse teams spent time in the Netherlands, Spain, and Portugal thanks to donor generosity.
Richmond Law Dean Wendy Perdue reflects on the impact of scholarships for aspiring lawyers
The Dean's Opportunity Scholarship Fund – established by Wendy and David Perdue in 2019 – has grown to $2.8 million and supported 40 students.
UR alumni, brothers pursue doctorates inspired by undergraduate science research
The former Gupton Science Fellows are on the path to earning doctoral degrees in chemistry and medicine.
UR women's basketball players compete around the world with USA Basketball
Donor support helped four Spider women’s basketball players compete in the 2025 USA Basketball 3X Nationals.
UR junior combines passions for dance, political science
Scholarship support is helping the multitalented Spider make the most of her educational experience.
Dedicated Spider alumnus honors UR experience with a planned gift
Ed and Peggy Pruden are sharing their legacy to benefit the Spider community.
A globetrotting UR senior studies human rights across three countries
Spider scholarship recipient Daniel Polonia spent a semester analyzing human rights issues in Nepal, Jordan, and Chile.
UR business senior makes impact at Richmond finance startup
A senior business major put his education into practice at a Richmond finance startup during his donor-supported summer internship.
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'Along Came the Spiders' by Tina Hallock highlights UR’s community and Spider mascot
All net proceeds from this new children’s book will go toward the University of Richmond scholarship fund.
UR's Class of 2025 achieves record-breaking Senior Legacy Campaign
The Class of 2025 had the most successful Senior Legacy Campaign to date with 76% class participation and more than $4,500 raised.
Brenda McDowell creates endowment to support UR's Gary L. McDowell Institute
The generous gift – made in memory of Brenda's late husband and former UR professor Gary L. McDowell – will have long-term benefits for the Spider community.
UR Alumni Association president gives back to support opportunity, belonging on campus
URAA President Rasheeda Chambers, ‘03, and André Chambers, ‘00, pay it forward to support Richmond's community of care.
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Richmond business student's analytical skills never strike out
This mathematical economics and accounting double major's knack for numbers helps enhance the Spider baseball team's on-field performance.
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Spiders attend NYC Toy Fair
Richmond students participate in an industry trade show thanks to a $10,000 grant honoring a 1969 alum.
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Achieving in Athletics and Academics
Award-winning student-athlete Melissa Nwakalor, ’27, excels in the classroom and the swimming pool.
A Global Family of Spiders
A group of international alumni memorialized their former host mother with a touching gift.
A Team Effort
The Class of 1998 football team came together to fund an athletic facility enhancement in honor of their former coach, Jim Reid.
Best in Class
Donor support of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies’ education program is helping to combat the national teacher shortage.
Making Real-Life Financial Investments
Student Managed Investment Fund gives business students real-time experience in securities analysis and portfolio management.
Pursuing Boundless Opportunities
Scholarship support has enabled Rachael Ruth, ’25, to study abroad in England, mentor under-served youth, and more during her time at UR.
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Hidden Treasures
Faculty, student discover rare convent art and other gems on research trip to Mexico City.
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Making a full-circle impact
Tennis student-athlete interns for a nonprofit that changed his life.
Enriching the UR Experience for all Spiders
Ellwein family’s generosity creates opportunities for first-generation, limited-income students
Creating a Meaningful Legacy
Alum's estate gift will educate the next generation of community change-makers.
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Spiders get an inside look at the NYC art world
Students meet with alums to discuss art careers, then select a 19th century Japanese print for the campus museums.
A Generational Impact
A Spider family is honoring its multigenerational legacy with a $1.5 million scholarship gift.
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Embarking on a Spiritual Journey
Pilgrimages help students grow in faith through community.
Giving Back to Our Community
URPD major, Spider alum supports SPCS, Athletics during UR Here.
A Force for Good
Chloe Goode, ’26, was named the inaugural recipient of the Tina Cade Scholarship Fund.
Keep Your Head in the Game
Athletics staff psychologist supports student-athlete wellness.
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Changing the game for USA track and field
Cross-country student-athlete Stuart Terrill’s internship could influence the way athletes approach the Summer Olympics in Paris.
Engaging in Modern Journalism Practices
Parents of Spider alumna fund digital journalism lab renovation.
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Paying it forward
A $10 million gift from a Robins School alumnus, who prefers to remain anonymous, will support scholarships for Robins School students.
Examining entrepreneurial ecosystems close to home and abroad
Students expand their ability to navigate the world in the EnCompass program.
Generosity That Endures
Spider alum gives back to support accounting students.
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Longtime donors make $3 million gift to the Chaplaincy
Carole and Marcus Weinstein’s generous donation will support Jewish life.
Supporting Faculty Scholarship
Endowed faculty funding advances research and innovation.
Extending the Web to Better Society
Leadership Studies senior uplifts communities in Richmond and beyond.
All in for UR
Nontraditional double alumna gives back to the place she calls home.
Bridging a Family Connection
Fourth-generation Spider awarded scholarship created by her grandmother’s graduating class.
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Supporting future Spiders
A grateful alumnus donates $500,000 to the scholarship fund he benefited from as a student.
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Conducting Hands-on Research
Weinstein chairholder engages students in international research.
Every Gift Matters
Ivana Marshall, ’17, shares her time and resources to advance the Spider community.
Building a Legacy
Betty Gustafson Scholarship supports generations of student-athletes.
From Nepal to Richmond
A generous gift made a Richmond education a reality for Keshav Jha, ’22.
Learning to FLI
First-generation and limited-income students find common ground through Spiders FLI.
A Spider for Life
Jaide Hinds-Clarke, ’20, supports Spider Athletics as staff member, donor, and industry volunteer.
Making A Difference
Brent Clark, '97, created the Fleming Scholarship to help deserving Spiders like Isaac Lee, '24.
Paying It Forward
A passion for women's studies inspired Kimberly Ford Moon, W'83, to create a student scholarship.
Investing in Our Community
Math-Econ professor champions fundraising outreach during UR Here 2022.
Dedication to Wellness
Donor support funds opening of comprehensive Well-Being Center.
Entrepreneurs Launch Absurd Snacks
Multi-disciplinary students in pilot course collaborate to launch bean-based snack product
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Childhood cancer survivor conducts research at the hospital that treated him
Ben Pearson was diagnosed with leukemia when he was 6 years old. This summer he studied with one of the doctors who helped him overcome it.