Friends,
Assuming you’re game, you’re about to begin hearing from the University of Richmond’s School of Arts & Sciences on a monthly basis. When I speak with Arts & Sciences alumni, the number one question they ask is, “How can I help other students enjoy the same liberal arts experience that I enjoyed at Richmond?”
You’ll receive a simple e-mail in your inbox reminding you that a new issue of our alumni e-newsletter is online. If you use an RSS reader, you can simply subscribe to our RSS feed and we’ll let you know when a new issue is available.
We’re excited about connecting with Arts & Sciences alumni online. I encourage you to join our LinkedIn group, find us on Facebook and consider joining the University of Richmond’s social network, Groups.
We want to hear from you. We’d love to know how you turned your passion for the liberal arts into a purposeful career, and whether you’d like to help a current Arts & Sciences student do the same thing.
Best,
Andy Newcomb
Dean, School of Arts & Sciences
ROTC program named one of top five in nation for meeting commissioning goals
The School of Arts & Sciences’ Department of Military Science and Leadership was recognized by the U.S. Army’s Cadet Command for meeting or exceeding its commissioning goals every year since 2000. (more)
Chemistry professor receives National Science Foundation funding for anti-cancer research
Carol Parish, a professor of chemistry at the University of Richmond, was awarded a three-year, $267,000 grant, which includes funding for undergraduate student researchers. (more)
Art History major interviews Alfredo Jaar in his studio
Liz Donato, ‘08, wrote her senior thesis on the Chilean-born artist after studying abroad in Santiago, Chile, and had the opportunity to ask her research questions face to face. (more)
English-religion professor wins Mormon History Association award for best book of the year
Terryl Givens, a professor of English and religion at the University of Richmond and a scholar of Mormonism, has been awarded the Mormon History Association’s Best Book Award for “People of Paradox: A History of Mormon Culture.” (more)
Husband-wife biology professors win $290,000 NSF grant to study the evolutionary relationships of sponges
The National Science Foundation has awarded University of Richmond biologists April and Malcolm Hill a three-part, five-year $289,729 grant to lead collaborative research with colleagues at four other universities into evolutionary relationships among sponges found around the world. (more)
September 19 Science Symposium showcased undergraduate research of 59 students
Students presented the results of their summer research to faculty, peers and community members at the University’s Science Symposium. (more)
Religion professor researches Buddhist goddesses of Tibet
In 2006 professor Miranda Shaw filled a gap in the scholarship of Buddhism’s feminine divine with Buddhist Goddesses of India. Last year, she traveled to Kathmandu to begin research for a new book. (more)
University of Richmond music librarian’s version of Puccini’s “Edgar” staged in Torino, Italy, opera house
When Giacomo Puccini’s 1889 opera “Edgar” was first performed, the production was panned. As a result, Puccini extensively revised the work to be more appealing to audiences. (more)
Summer at State Department gives student insider’s view
Maxine Naawu, ‘09, spent the summer as an intern in the Bureau of Public Affairs in the Office of Public Liaison at the State Department. (more)
Chemistry professor recognized for summer research and teaching program that encourages student interest in science
Lisa Gentile, associate professor of biophysical chemistry at the University of Richmond, is one of two young professors recognized by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for teaching and research. (more)
University of Richmond and Department of Criminal Justice Services launch state’s first victim assistance academy
Joan Neff, professor of criminal justice at the University of Richmond, helped start the Victim Assistance Academy, which will train service providers and advocates to more effectively help crime victims regain control of their lives. (more)
