With a focus on community engagement, cultural relevance, and bipartisan collaboration, the University of Richmond’s Political Campaign Management (PCM) Professional Certificate is more than a course — it’s a launchpad for principled leadership and strategic impact.
For 2016 graduate Fred Gatty, the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies was more than a pathway to a degree. It was the proving ground where a personal promise became a leadership philosophy centered on integrity, discernment, and action.
Osher instructors reflect on the joy of teaching curious minds — and designing courses just for the fun of it.
Bob Spires, associate professor of education in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies, spent a portion of this summer visiting education facilities and leading education workshops for students and faculty in Cambodia.
Richard Bagby, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies, was selected by faculty to present remarks on behalf of graduating SPCS students at 2024 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Sarah Calveric, adjunct associate professor of educational leadership & policy studies, was nominated by students to receive the Itzkowitz Family Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Award at the School of Professional & Continuing Studies 2025 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Sabrina Guerin, C’17, a 2017 graduate of the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies, was nominated by members of the SPCS Alumni Association board of directors to receive the Gibb Family Distinguished Alumni Award at SPCS 2025 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Jenna Brooks, who is earning a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, looks forward to the next step in her academic journey after taking a short break, which is applying to a graduate program in library science.
Tanner Atkinson’s journey from a struggling student to a thriving information technology analyst showcases the transformative power of perseverance in education.
Allison Steele Hicks, who is earning a master’s degree in HR management, has always been passionate about people and service.
When Carli Laine, a student in the Master of Teaching program, imagined herself as a teacher, she envisioned herself like those teachers who made a lasting impact on her own educational journey.