Category Archives: News writing
Heating cost increases won't be a serious problem for the university
By Wylie Pennell The cost of heating will increase this year, regardless of the method, according to a CNN report released in October. Americans will spend $977 on average to heat their homes this winter, according to reports released by … Continue reading
Lakewood's construction was no fun for those nearby
By Sarah Blythe-Wood The construction of the Lakeview Residence Hall proved to be a nuisance for residents who lived nearby, Patty Kaczmarek, Marsh Hall sophomore and resident assistant, said. The project, which began in August 2006, was completed in December, … Continue reading
College athletes should avoid drinks containing caffeine
By Jacqueline Raithel Caffeine can create poor sleeping habits, especially among college students, but athletes should be extra wary of caffeine consumption because it can be more harmful to their bodies. The sleep patterns of students at the University of … Continue reading
University works closely with the handicapped
By Jimmy Young The University of Richmond goes to great lengths to ensure that handicapped students enjoy college without accessibility problems. One such student, Chris "Buddy" Cassidy, a freshman from Annandale, Va., benefits directly from the improvements made on campus. … Continue reading
Excessive drinking emergencies are mostly a freshman problem
By Leigh Donahue There are definite patterns to excessive drinking on campus and to those who receive emergency treatment for alcohol-related injuries, University of Richmond student emergency medical technicians and staff members say. "Most of the intoxicated calls I've gotten … Continue reading
UR graduates establish academy for disadvantaged students in Church Hill
By Jill Cavaliere Jack Bell was undecided about his career plans, like many University of Richmond seniors, during the months before his graduation in May 2007. He was certain he wanted to teach in the Richmond area for a year … Continue reading
UR students need to get more active in the bid to "green" the campus
By Catherine Orr The University of Richmond is taking steps to demonstrate its institutional commitment to environmental awareness, but are the students doing their part to address serious climate and environmental concerns? For decades, college campuses have been at the … Continue reading
Millennials' choice of study is not always grounded on the best information
By Carly Vendegna BusinessWeek's 2007 list of the best undergraduate business schools ranked the Robins School of Business number 23. A school that gets an A+ in teaching quality and A's in facilities, services and job placement on the list … Continue reading
Reaching Out to the Other Side of Richmond
By Amy Mathis Many children eat crayons, but not at this rate. The boy compulsively eats them in the corner. He and his sibling's stark black hair and emaciated faces add to their peculiarities. They are the only white children … Continue reading
Richmond is working to become environmentally “greener”
By Taylor Engelson The University of Richmond, along with a number of colleges and universities across the country, is making changes to become more environmentally friendly. The design of the buildings on the Richmond campus is the biggest factor in … Continue reading