Richmond has brought in many notable professors from a number of diverse fields that have gained recognition for the university and enhanced the academic experience for the students. This is because these professors choose to become part of the Richmond family instead of holding an air of superiority over the students and faculty.
When people ask me why I decided to become an education leader, I tell them about Jeremy. I met Jeremy shortly after I graduated from the University of Richmond.
Like all other Westhampton freshmen, I was informed about the changes to the Ring Dance tradition recently. Personally, I didn't think it was a huge deal, as I wasn't well-versed in the traditions of UR before I came here.
I can remember it like it was yesterday. It was a crisp November afternoon and the fallen leaves were crunching beneath our feet as we made our way down Westham Station. I was out for a run with fellow Spiders Matt Llano, Jonny Wilson and Tim Quinn.
I felt my first chill in months Sunday as I walked out the door. Even though I had pulled my hoodie from its dusty corner of my closet, I was still not prepared for the blast of brisk cold.
The Board of Trustees' recent decision to eliminate the men's track and field and soccer programs from the Division I athletic offerings has sent the university community into an emotional whirlwind.
Q: I'm crazy for this girl. I've liked her for three years now, and we've been good friends for a while, but she's had a boyfriend that whole time -- and he's one of my good friends, too.
This weekend, I have a 170-page book, a 50-page chapter and five 13-page articles to read and analyze.
I could fill a book with things I really love and appreciate about Richmond -- wonderful classes, faculty who take the time and effort to invest in my education, research opportunities, programs like SSIR or WILL, which have so enhanced my time here, and even the fro-yo in D-Hall. But lately my school spirit seems to be dwindling, as recent events suggest that Richmond is not the institution I thought (or hoped) it was.
We were very disappointed to hear the recent news that the University of Richmond is terminating its men's soccer and track and field programs. Although we were saddened by the fate of both programs, we can only speak directly to this decision's impact on the cross country and track teams.
As a proud Westhampton alumna, I want to give words to those Westhampton women who may feel disheartened by the openness to change demonstrated by many since the changes to Ring Dance have been announced. Let me begin by saying my four years at Richmond were some of the most impactful of my life.
Despite being a nice respite from sweaty lodges and packed apartments, going out in the Fan or downtown Richmond still has its trials, most of which stem from the fact that it's the "real world," outside of the confines of our cozy collegiate playground. Here are the top five challenges a downtown partier might face, and how to be prepared for them: 1 Cab drivers.
There's a disease that's plaguing our generation today. It's killing dreams, self esteem and drive with one blow, and we refuse to stop it.
As a member of the women's side of the track and field team, the termination of men's track and field hits me deeply.
A recent article in The Collegian by Ben Panko suggests that the new RVA stickers are a "desperate and unnecessary attempt" to fit in.
As has been widely publicized across campus in the past few days, the men's soccer and track and field programs were terminated as intercollegiate sports at the university. Being a sophomore member of the men's soccer team, I have gotten a firsthand look at the student-athlete reaction to this situation.
As a four-year member of Westhampton College Government Association who served as the junior and senior class president during my time at Richmond, I obviously hold a special place in my heart for Westhampton College and its traditions -- particularly Ring Dance, to which I devoted the better part of my junior year. Needless to say, I was extremely disappointed to read the article in last week's Collegian announcing some major changes to Ring Dance for the class of 2016 -- black dresses replacing the traditional white ones, and escorts being removed as a part of the ceremony. Many things about this situation are upsetting to me, but the most concerning part is that these changes are being forced upon Westhampton College by the administration without so much as even a simple poll of the student body.
[The following letter was written in response to an email from Jim Miller, the director of athletics, announcing that track and field would be officially cut from Richmond's sports roster. Right now it is 8:56 on a Saturday night.
Ah, Ring Dance. Currently one of the most hotly debated issues on the Collegian's website and surprisingly, I seem to be the centerpiece of some of the comments.
For all my past rhapsodizing about how great it is to be young and in college, the truth is, our lives aren't exempt from getting stressful.
