UR biologist uses art to teach environmental lessons
Professor’s paintings create connections to drive greater responsibility and respect for the planet.
Think Again Feature
Zach Hernandez: From commercial real estate to GIS professional
Earning the SPCS Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional Certificate pointed Zach Hernandez to a new career and new adventures.
Think Again Feature
IOP instructor Kelly Merricks, bridging personal and professional worlds
Institute on Philanthropy board member and instructor Kelly Merrick draws on her multicultural upbringing to build relationships and connect with others.
Engage for Change
The Jepson School's and Bonner Center's shared commitment to community engagement was evident at the CCE's recent Engage for Change awards ceremony.
Think Again Feature
Seth Caddell: From homebrewer to brewing instructor
A deep-rooted passion for brewing led to a life-changing transformation for Seth Caddell, who earned the Beer Brewer Professional Certificate through SPCS.
Back To School
Mother and son shared the stage at Commencement
Although their pathways were different, Marisol Marrero, C’24, and her son, Gabriel Delgado, C’24, both found their way to the University of Richmond’s information systems programs through SPCS.
SPCS Commencement
Double Spider makes the most of her UR experience
Zariah Chiverton, ’22, GC’24, wasn’t thinking about earning a master’s degree — until she learned about the SPCS Master of Liberal Arts program.
Painting a story of advocacy and activism
Bonner Scholar and Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy intern highlights civic engagement experiences.
ALUMNI
Classroom hero: Richmond alum earns top award
Science teacher Travis Dodds was surprised to receive the Milken Educator Award, considered ‘the Oscars of teaching.’ The honor includes a $25,000 prize.
SPCS Commencement
Zariah Chiverton, Class of 2024 Student Commencement Speaker
Zariah Chiverton, ’22, graduating with a Master of 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 11, 2024.
SPCS Commencement
Elisabeth Wray, Faculty Commencement Speaker
Elisabeth Wray, adjunct professor of liberal arts, was nominated by students to receive the Itzkowitz Family Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Award at the School of Professional & Continuing Studies 2024 Commencement Exercises on May 11, 2024.
SPCS Commencement
Annette Ardler, C'01, Alumni Commencement Speaker
Annette Ardler, C’01, a 2001 graduate of the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies, was nominated by members of the SPCS Alumni Association board of directors to receive the Gibb Family Distinguished Alumni Award at SPCS 2024 Commencement Exercises on May 11, 2024.
Research & Innovation
Hidden gem
The reimagined Education Studio offers a place for the next generation of teachers to create things and think big.