By Sandra J. Peart, Dean and E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Professor in Leadership Studies and President of the Jepson Scholars Foundation
Do good first. And worry about saving the world later. These words, attributed to University of Richmond’s beloved accounting professor, Dr. Joe Ben Hoyle, formed the cornerstone of Raegan Morris’ keynote remarks at Finale, the Jepson School’s senior recognition ceremony
Read moreWhy choose leadership studies? As we approach summer, this question is on my mind. I will soon join families of newly admitted students as they gather to network before that important first semester at the University of Richmond. At these
Read moreA year ago at about this time I enjoyed one of University of Richmond’s signature events, the Leadership Luncheon that precedes Commencement. At this luncheon, we come together to honor students for academic and leadership achievements. I was very pleased
Read moreOur students’ time at the Jepson School of Leadership Studies is marked by three formal ceremonies: a beginning (Prelude), a celebration and end (Finale), and a beginning (Commencement). These latter two are exciting and bittersweet. At Prelude, I urge students
Read moreAs our students and faculty are busy completing and grading final assignments, respectively, I have been reflecting on the semester. This spring, I taught the cross-listed leadership studies/economics class Competition, Cooperation, and Choice. The course covers ground from Bernard
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