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Law school professor responds to Kaine criticism

By admin | November 7, 2012

As a Law School faculty member who has experience with both Gov. Kaine and Sherrie Harrington, I feel compelled to respond to the opinion column by Gray Delany. While I have no knowledge of the circumstances surrounding their hiring, the suggestion that a university would hire a faculty member to give a "cushy job" to a staff member is, quite simply, absurd. Further, in the entire time that they have been working at the law school, I have never seen either demonstrate an "air of superiority" or treat anyone with disrespect. In fact, absent prior knowledge, one would never know that they are a former governor and his longtime staff member.

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Alumnus responds to Kaine criticism

By admin | November 7, 2012

They say character is defined by how you treat those who cannot do anything to help you. By this measure, in my experience with them, Tim Kaine and Sherrie Harrington exemplify those noble characters worthy of envy and praise. I am a Richmond Law graduate who had the distinct pleasure and honor of being Gov.

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Track team member writes to Ayers about team cuts

By admin | November 7, 2012

My fellow teammates and I are up against a formidable force in our fight to reestablish our team on this wonderful campus. With respect to myself, I have not once on this long, hard journey entertained the idea of accommodation.

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Daddy University

By admin | November 7, 2012

The "Daddy Story" takes place in the Richmond "bubble," an imaginary world where leaders are exempt from accountability and dollars trump the truth.

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Vote Romney for president

By admin | November 1, 2012

Earlier this year, the Associated Press reported on a study using Current Population Survey data provided by the Labor Department.

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Vote Obama for president

By admin | November 1, 2012

I support Barack Obama for many reasons, but I will only touch on a few of these reasons due to time constraints. Throughout this election cycle, we have been told over and over how the economy is the most important issue in this election.

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Look close to home for compelling politics

By Ben Panko | November 1, 2012

I'm not sure about you, but I was more passionate about following news of Hurricane Sandy than I have ever been about this election. This will be the first presidential election in which I can vote, and I am still a little unsure about whether it will be worth it to wake up early next Tuesday. It's almost a cliche to say it at this point, but the magic surrounding Barack Obama has faded.

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Tim Kaine is the wrong choice for Richmond students

By admin | November 1, 2012

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.

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What if Richmond kept the track and field team?

By admin | October 25, 2012

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.

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Alumnus Wants Track Back

By admin | October 10, 2012

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.

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Ask Andre: a romantic advice column

By admin | October 10, 2012

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.

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An Open Letter to the University of Richmond

By admin | October 4, 2012

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.

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Davidson Track Athletes Respond to Richmond Sports Cuts

By admin | October 4, 2012

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.

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Ring Dance Changes Justified, says Westhampton Alumna

By admin | October 4, 2012

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.

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