By Sandra J. Peart, Dean and E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Professor in Leadership Studies and President of the Jepson Scholars Foundation
It’s always a joy to meet with families and students at Family Weekend. This year was no exception. I especially enjoy speaking with prospective and actual Jepson School of Leadership Studies students’ parents as they attempt to unpack what a
Read moreAt the Jepson School of Leadership Studies, we proudly declare that we teach for and about leadership. Our signature Leader-in-Residence Program accomplishes both of these goals. Leaders from all walks of life visit the School to discuss their experiences and
Read moreIt is always a joy to see the return of students to our beautiful campus, and this fall is no exception! As Jepson Hall has come to life with students filling classrooms and chatting in the hallways, I am reflecting
Read moreI recently spent a bright, sunny morning sitting outside a coffee shop waiting to meet one of the Jepson School of Leadership Studies’ many generous alumni. As I prepared for the meeting, my thoughts turned to philanthropy—hers and that of
Read moreI always enjoy the Jepson Student Government Association (JSGA) Welcome-Back Fiesta and, despite the move indoors due to the approach of Hurricane Dorian, last week’s event was no exception. It was wonderful to see students sharing a meal and
Read moreIt was a joy to celebrate the opening of the academic year with faculty and staff at University of Richmond’s Colloquy. This is the event at which we recognize the academic accomplishments of our faculty and look to the academic
Read moreWe are fast approaching move-in day for the University of Richmond Class of 2023! This year, more than 12,000 high school students, UR’s largest applicant pool ever, applied for a few more than 800 spots. As you would expect, the
Read moreThis summer, I have enjoyed meeting newly admitted students and their families at the Boston, Mass., and Bethesda, Md., University of Richmond Welcome to the Web events—two of many such events held across the country. At these events, I typically
Read moreDo 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
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