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UR named one of the nation's best liberal arts colleges

College Consensus, a college review aggregator, has listed Richmond as No. 25.

Chemistry professor's national grant supports five summer researchers

Miles Johnson, '09, has been awarded a $55,000 grant from the American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Fund for his work with students using nickel as a metal catalyst.

UR earns its first gold global rating for sustainability efforts

The STARS Gold rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education recognizes achievements from institutions in 30 countries.

Professor's award advances liver donation policies

Computer science professor Prateek Bhakta's $100,000 Jeffress Memorial Trust award will support his project ensuring livers reach those who need them the most.

Rhetoric and communication professor's success honored nationally

Associate professor of rhetoric and communication studies Tim Barney has been awarded the Rhetoric Society of America's Fellows' Early Career Award.
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Jul
18
Richmond: Tap into oUR Network Series
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for our fourth event in this new series featuring campus representatives at local breweries and casual venues with the goal of allowing alumni to "tap" into the UR network and what it means to be a Spider! Enjoy this opportunity for casual conversations with Jamelle S. Wilson, dean of the...
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Jul
20
Philadelphia: Spider Night with the Philadelphia Union
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Join fellow alumni and friends for a night of Philadelphia Union soccer at Talen Energy Stadium. Currently leading the MLS in the #1 spot, cheer for the Union as they take on the Chicago Fire! Enjoy a pre-game VIP tour of the stadium, access to the Union Ale House Deck, and reserved seats in ...Section
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Jul
21
Greenwich: Spider Polo Outing
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join fellow alumni, family, and friends for an afternoon at the Greenwich Polo Club, a spot recognized as one of the elite high-goal polo venues in the world. Enjoy time with fellow Spiders before and during the match under two East Cabana tents near the field. Light snacks and beverages will be...
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Jul
25
NYC: Recent Grad Boat Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Join your fellow NYC recent grads for a cruise down the Hudson! We'll board the North River Lobster Company boat at Pier 81, and take in the sites of your city while enjoying a beer and wine open bar and dinner. Our group will have a reserved section of the boat, but space is limited so be sure...
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A southern university can dream, right? πŸ•·οΈ β›„A southern university can dream, right? πŸ•·οΈ β›„

A southern university can dream, right? πŸ•·οΈ β›„

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We're in Alaska for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @justincook23, '20, of @spiderbaseball showed off his #SpiderPride at Portage Glacier.We're in Alaska for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @justincook23, '20, of @spiderbaseball showed off his #SpiderPride at Portage Glacier.

We're in Alaska for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @justincook23, '20, of @spiderbaseball showed off his #SpiderPride at Portage Glacier.

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"Man, it's a hot one." Thanks to Rob Thomas and Santana for accurately predicting our current mood 20 years ago.

"Man, it's a hot one." Thanks to Rob Thomas and Santana for accurately predicting our current mood 20 years ago.

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Catch sunsets not feelings...unless they're for #URichmond. πŸŒ†Catch sunsets not feelings...unless they're for #URichmond. πŸŒ†

Catch sunsets not feelings...unless they're for #URichmond. πŸŒ†

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Looks like reflections of Boatwright in Westhampton Lake still stunned back in 1957. #TBT ・・・ πŸ“Έ: Richmond Crawford Jr./Richmond Times-DispatchLooks like reflections of Boatwright in Westhampton Lake still stunned back in 1957. #TBT ・・・ πŸ“Έ: Richmond Crawford Jr./Richmond Times-Dispatch

Looks like reflections of Boatwright in Westhampton Lake still stunned back in 1957. #TBT ・・・ πŸ“Έ: Richmond Crawford Jr./Richmond Times-Dispatch

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Taking in the dog days of summer...from the shade. ・・・ πŸ“Έ: @samanthabrookephotoTaking in the dog days of summer...from the shade. ・・・ πŸ“Έ: @samanthabrookephoto

Taking in the dog days of summer...from the shade. ・・・ πŸ“Έ: @samanthabrookephoto

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If you need us, we'll be outside Whitehurst counting down until our #SpiderFamily returns home. #TowerTuesday.If you need us, we'll be outside Whitehurst counting down until our #SpiderFamily returns home. #TowerTuesday.

If you need us, we'll be outside Whitehurst counting down until our #SpiderFamily returns home. #TowerTuesday.

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Studies show that the Gottwald Games are the best way for our summer researchers to beat the heat.Studies show that the Gottwald Games are the best way for our summer researchers to beat the heat.

Studies show that the Gottwald Games are the best way for our summer researchers to beat the heat.

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We're staying in Peru for this week's #SpiderSpotting! @ur_geography's Amazon Mapping team showed off their #SpiderPride while on a two week research trip to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Puerto Maldonado.We're staying in Peru for this week's #SpiderSpotting! @ur_geography's Amazon Mapping team showed off their #SpiderPride while on a two week research trip to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Puerto Maldonado.

We're staying in Peru for this week's #SpiderSpotting! @ur_geography's Amazon Mapping team showed off their #SpiderPride while on a two week research trip to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Puerto Maldonado.

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Taking advantage of Triceragoose being on summer break with a little walk around Westhampton Lake.Taking advantage of Triceragoose being on summer break with a little walk around Westhampton Lake.

Taking advantage of Triceragoose being on summer break with a little walk around Westhampton Lake.

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Friday got us feeling like dancing. πŸ‘―Friday got us feeling like dancing. πŸ‘―

Friday got us feeling like dancing. πŸ‘―

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Showing our #SpiderPride in a special way today. Happy Fourth of July, #Spiders! πŸ•·πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈShowing our #SpiderPride in a special way today. Happy Fourth of July, #Spiders! πŸ•·πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Showing our #SpiderPride in a special way today. Happy Fourth of July, #Spiders! πŸ•·πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

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