Calendar of Events

The Humanities Center presents the Language of Man Syllabus. Please join us for Donovan Schaefer's presentation, “Darwin’s Orchids: Evolution, Natural Law, and the Diversity of Desire”. The event will take place in the Humanities Commons from noon to 1:30PM on October 31st.

The Critical Language Scholarship is an intensive, fully-funded overseas language and cultural immersion program for American university students. Students spend the summer abroad studying a critical or understudied language (Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Swahili, Turkish, or Urdu). This workshop will help...

Imagine a world of pure imagination, at our Willy Wonka dinner filled with delectable treats and endless surprises. Enter to win prizes, including a private tour of the D-hall kitchens!

Adult $60/40/20 | Non-UR Student/Youth $10 | UR Credited Student - Free

Deadline for submitting an application for SPCS scholarships for the Spring 2025 semester.

We look forward to seeing you back on campus for a weekend full of #SpiderPride. QUESTIONS?Contact Alumni Engagement at homecomingweekend@richmond.edu or (804) 289-8030. 

Stop by the award-winning Heilman Dining Center from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. for a pasta station, burger bar, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, and many Spider-inspired desserts including Jersey Dirt; a free Homecoming 2024 T-shirt; raffles; and a live broadcast from WDCE Radio! Complimentary lunch for staff and faculty, sponsored by Human Resources.

In this workshop, participants have the opportunity to explore the emotional dimensions of research and teaching. How does affect/emotion affect the process of research discovery and publication? How does affect/emotion shape faculty pedagogy—positively or negatively? How can paying attention to the affective dimensions of scholarly life create a better academic environment for both faculty...

Enjoy Indian cuisine specials at dinner on Friday, November 1 as we celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and India's biggest festival of the year!

Can't make it back to campus for Homecoming Weekend? We'll bring the party to you! Join us at The Goat's Beard for an evening with fellow Spiders. Whether you're looking to reconnect with old friends or to meet new ones, it's all about kicking back, having fun, and celebrating what makes UR so special! Bring your #SpiderPride (and a friend) and let's make this an evening to remember!...