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University of Richmond awarded $75,000 grant to develop comprehensive energy conservation management plan
The University of Richmond has received a $75,000 grant from the Jessie Ball duPont Fund to further improve energy conversation efforts.
Cristina Peters, '18
Cristina Peters, '18, will exhibit her photos as part of the 2018 Student Symposium.
UR chemistry professor receives research grant for work relevant to the fields of pharmaceuticals, pesticides and herbicides
University of Richmond professor of chemistry Wade Downey has been awarded an $8,000 summer research grant from Organic Syntheses for a project that could have applications in the fields of pharmaceuticals, pesticides and herbicides.
University of Richmond Law School hosts renowned author to speak on sea level rise and climate change in Virginia and around the world
The University of Richmond School of Law will host author Jeff Goodell in a discussion of his book, “The Water Will Come,” Tuesday, Jan. 30, in the Moot Courtroom.
UR journalism professor Stephen Nash to speak about new book on uncertain future of America's national parks and public lands
As part of the Global Environment Speaker Series, Steve Nash, visiting senior research scholar, will speak on his new book “Grand Canyon for Sale: Public Lands versus Private Interests in the Era of Climate Change.”
University of Richmond student Rylin McGee awarded international Gilman scholarship for study abroad in Russia
University of Richmond junior Rylin McGee, of Rochester, New York, has received a Gilman scholarship.
National sustainability organization ranks University of Richmond as top performer in diversity and affordability
University of Richmond has been recognized as a top performer by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
UR invites community to Danish-themed walk and dinner
The Danish Ambassador to the United States Lars Gert Lose is joining the University of Richmond community Nov. 15 for a candle-lit walk through campus featuring pop-up stations celebrating Danish culture.
'Happiness and Business in Denmark' discussion part of #URGoesDanish week at University of Richmond
The Danes have long been recognized as one of the happiest peoples on the planet, all while being leaders in innovation and business around the globe. 
#URGoesDanish for International Education Week
The University of Richmond is embracing Danish culture Nov. 13-17 in celebration of International Education Week. UR is incorporating “hygge,” the Danish concept of finding pleasure in small things.
Carreen de Cardenas, '18
Carreen de Cardenas interned at the New Zealand Green Building Council.
Kelly Behrend, '10
Kelly Behrend, ’10, a student of peace and conflict studies while at the University of Richmond, intentionally pursued an education that would prepare her for a life of purpose. Now she is living that life. 
The Princeton Review names University of Richmond as a 'green' college
The Princeton Review has recognized the University of Richmond’s sustainability efforts in its 2017 “Guide to 375 Green Colleges.”
University of Richmond partners with CVS Health for safe drug disposal
The University of Richmond Police Department was awarded a grant for a drug collection unit as part of CVS Health’s Medication Disposal for Safer Communities Program.
Africa Week to focus on heroes and challenges of global security
The 13th annual African Film Weekend will be held Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 at the University of Richmond, Robins School of Business, Ukrop Auditorium.

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We had some fun times at the Sustainability Banquet on Tuesday evening!
D-Hall has Blended Burgers on the menu today!
Here’s a picture of Passport’s new straw-less cold cups!
Going straw-free is amazing!
There are only a few days left to nominate a student, faculty member, or staff member on campus to receive a Sustainability Award at this year's Sustainability Banquet!
Did you know The Office for Sustainability donates office supplies to places around Richmond?
Checkout these awesome performers from our URSA Sustainability Open Mic last week!
Our guest speaker at this year's Sustainability Banquet will be Dominic Barrett, executive director of Shalom Farms.
University of Richmond's Rethink Waste campaign has received two awards!
Come do some free shopping for office supplies at UROSE today from 12:30-1:30 in Puryear 114.
In a few days, URSA is hosting a Sustainability Open Mic Night!
Our annual Sustainability Banquet is coming up!