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The Art of Public Speaking

In this episode of Spider Talks, President Crutcher sits down with Linda Hobgood, director of the Speech Center and professor of rhetoric and communication studies, who seeks ways to improve communication skills in both the workplace environment and the public setting. 

Congratulations, Class of 2023!

To the newest Spiders who just got admit packets in the mail, we can't wait to have you on campus. Visit our site for New Spiders to make your deposit and explore next steps.

UR among the country's top Fulbright producers

The University of Richmond is among only 11 institutions in the country being honored for producing the most Fulbright U.S. Students and Fulbright U.S. Scholars in 2018-19.

Black History Month: Infinite Hope

The University of Richmond's Office of Multicultural Affairs is sponsoring a series of events to celebrate Black History Month on campus, including guest speakers, movie screenings, dinners and performances, and a gala.

It starts within us.

At the University of Richmond, we’re ambitious, curious, and determined — and what’s within us here has an incredible impact everywhere. See why the traits within us are important for all that’s around us.
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Event Picks

Feb
24
RVA: 100 Years of Women's Basketball Pre-Game Celebration
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate 100 Years of Women's Basketball with fellow Westhampton graduates, family, and friends in the Robins Center's Johnson Terrace before the Spiders take on the La Salle Explorers! Enjoy games, giveaways, and food while mingling with fellow alums and current students before tip-off. ...
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Feb
26
Atlanta: Spider Gathering
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join fellow alumni, friends, and University of Richmond staff for an evening at Babalu. Enjoy tapas, tacos, and a cash bar while interacting with fellow Spiders in Midtown! Tuesday, February 26 6 - 8 p.m. Babalu Tapas & Tacos - Atlanta Midtown 33 Peachtree Place NE Atlanta, GA 30309...
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Feb
28
Charlottesville: Spider Gathering
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join fellow alumni, family, and friends for an evening at Firefly Restaurant & Arcade. Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar while mingling with fellow Spiders! Thursday, February 28 6 - 8 p.m. Firefly Restaurant & Arcade 1304 East Market Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 $5 per person includes...
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Feb
28
Washington, D.C.: Hang with UR Hive
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Come out of your winter hibernation to join us for a recent grad social at Hotel Hive! Connect with recent grads from the Classes of 2014-2018 living in the D.C. area at the Hive Bar while enjoying appetizers and drinks. Mixing smart design with the unexpected, The Hive, which was D.C.'s first...
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Out of the 23173, yet still at home. ・・・ 📸: @alukewittOut of the 23173, yet still at home. ・・・ 📸: @alukewitt

Out of the 23173, yet still at home. ・・・ 📸: @alukewitt

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When you're a fan of campus gothic architecture, but you're also a dog. ・・・ 📸: @haleyirene_, '19When you're a fan of campus gothic architecture, but you're also a dog. ・・・ 📸: @haleyirene_, '19

When you're a fan of campus gothic architecture, but you're also a dog. ・・・ 📸: @haleyirene_, '19

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Not the worst view to wake up to. 🕷❄️ ・・・ 📸: @sead.ramicevicNot the worst view to wake up to. 🕷❄️ ・・・ 📸: @sead.ramicevic

Not the worst view to wake up to. 🕷❄️ ・・・ 📸: @sead.ramicevic

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Enjoying an al fresco study session while we still can. #TowerTuesdayEnjoying an al fresco study session while we still can. #TowerTuesday

Enjoying an al fresco study session while we still can. #TowerTuesday

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Caught us trying to get the perfect shot...still a perfect shot.Caught us trying to get the perfect shot...still a perfect shot.

Caught us trying to get the perfect shot...still a perfect shot.

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We're in Tanzania for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @topnotchpatx, '19, showed off his #SpiderPride at the Ngorongoro Crater. 🕷❤️💙We're in Tanzania for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @topnotchpatx, '19, showed off his #SpiderPride at the Ngorongoro Crater. 🕷❤️💙

We're in Tanzania for this week's #SpiderSpotting where @topnotchpatx, '19, showed off his #SpiderPride at the Ngorongoro Crater. 🕷❤️💙

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A sleety Saturday has us daydreaming of nicer days at #URichmond. Stay warm, #Spiders!A sleety Saturday has us daydreaming of nicer days at #URichmond. Stay warm, #Spiders!

A sleety Saturday has us daydreaming of nicer days at #URichmond. Stay warm, #Spiders!

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Celebrating the weekend by looking back at Ring Dance, one of Westhampton College's most memorable traditions.Celebrating the weekend by looking back at Ring Dance, one of Westhampton College's most memorable traditions.

Celebrating the weekend by looking back at Ring Dance, one of Westhampton College's most memorable traditions.

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🕸 You’ve caught us in your web 🕸 Happy Valentine’s Day, #Spiders! 🕷❤️💙🕸 You’ve caught us in your web 🕸 Happy Valentine’s Day, #Spiders! 🕷❤️💙

🕸 You’ve caught us in your web 🕸 Happy Valentine’s Day, #Spiders! 🕷❤️💙

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Happy #GalentinesDay, #Spiders! If you haven't already, tell your bestie she is a beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful musk-ox. Then buy her a waffle at D-Hall. @nbcparksandrecHappy #GalentinesDay, #Spiders! If you haven't already, tell your bestie she is a beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful musk-ox. Then buy her a waffle at D-Hall. @nbcparksandrec

Happy #GalentinesDay, #Spiders! If you haven't already, tell your bestie she is a beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful musk-ox. Then buy her a waffle at D-Hall. @nbcparksandrec

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🎵 Feel the rain on your skin 🎵 Reflecting on better weather at #URichmond. #TowerTuesday🎵 Feel the rain on your skin 🎵 Reflecting on better weather at #URichmond. #TowerTuesday

🎵 Feel the rain on your skin 🎵 Reflecting on better weather at #URichmond. #TowerTuesday

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Westhampton Lake looking good no matter which way you hold your phone. 🔃 📱 ・・・ 📸: @sela_betz, '20Westhampton Lake looking good no matter which way you hold your phone. 🔃 📱 ・・・ 📸: @sela_betz, '20

Westhampton Lake looking good no matter which way you hold your phone. 🔃 📱 ・・・ 📸: @sela_betz, '20

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