Academic Excellence
Faculty Excellence
Excellent teaching and high-impact student experiences distinguish a University of Richmond education. Our students regularly tell us that faculty mentoring, shared academic scholarship, and individualized attention made the biggest difference in their experience. These unique engagement opportunities require a deep commitment and substantial investment of time on behalf of our faculty. Through impactful giving, you allow us to recruit the most talented teacher-scholars to Richmond, retain our existing outstanding faculty members, and invest in innovative pedagogical approaches.
Schools & Programs
A Richmond education is special — the product of a unique and powerful configuration of five schools that integrate and collaborate across disciplinary lines to provide extraordinary academic opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students alike. When you choose to support Richmond, you may direct your gift to the academic school(s) or program(s) that mean the most to you.
School of Arts & Sciences
The School of Arts & Sciences stands at the heart of the University, preparing students to be committed lifelong learners who challenge societal and intellectual barriers, provide ethical leadership, and lead sustainable and meaningful lives. All undergraduates begin their Richmond journey in A&S, and more students graduate from the school than any other.
To give online to the School of Arts & Sciences, or to a specific department or program, go to givenow.richmond.edu/as and select from the drop-down menu. For more information about supporting A&S, contact Kate Haydon, Director of Development for Schools and Units, at khaydon@richmond.edu.
Jepson School of Leadership Studies
The Jepson School of Leadership Studies is the first institution of its kind with a full-time, multidisciplinary faculty dedicated to the pursuit of new insights into the complexities and challenges of leadership. Jepson students step into organizations and life after college with deeper knowledge about leading change, working through challenges, and continuously improving processes, relationships, and operations.
To make an online gift to Jepson, go to givenow.richmond.edu/jepson. For more information about supporting Jepson, contact Kate Haydon, Director of Development for Schools and Units, at khaydon@richmond.edu.
Robins School of Business
The Robins School of Business is recognized as one of the nation's best business schools, offering undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs. As a top business school, the Robins School prepares students to be future leaders in a global business world by providing a dynamic learning community, where real-world teaching practices, scholarship, and service are at the forefront of the curriculum.
To make an online gift to Robins, or a specific department or program in the business school, go to givenow.richmond.edu/robins and select from the drop down menu. For more information about supporting Robins, contact Kate Haydon, Director of Development for Schools and Units, at khaydon@richmond.edu.
Richmond School of Law
Richmond Law creates a particular type of lawyer: one who models the best of the profession, makes the justice system work better, and demonstrates a true passion for the legal field. Through individualized attention aimed at maximizing the personal potential of each and every student, Richmond Law equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to make valuable contributions to the legal system.
To learn more about supporting Richmond Law, go to law.richmond.edu/giving or contact Sarah Dovel, Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations, at sarah.dovel@richmond.edu.
School of Professional and Continuing Studies
The School of Professional & Continuing Studies (SPCS) at the University of Richmond offers degree and certificate programs, enrichment opportunities, professional education, related technical instruction for registered apprenticeships, and summer programs for part-time and non-traditional students of all ages. SPCS is also home to the Center for Leadership in Education, Institute on Philanthropy, Osher Institute, and Partners in the Arts.
To give online to SPCS, go to givenow.richmond.edu/spcs and select from the drop down menu. For more information about supporting SPCS, contact James Campbell, senior director, marketing & engagement, at jcampbel@richmond.edu.