December 4, 2023
Jepson Scholars earn master's degrees at Oxford
Two Jepson Scholars apply their Oxford graduate education to their work in public health and urban development.
The Jepson Leadership Forum
The 2023-24 Jepson Leadership Forum presents Masculinity in a Changing World. The last few decades have seen rapid changes in gender relations and norms—in the household, in the workforce, and in government. We’ve invited speakers to discuss masculinity in the context of these recent cultural changes.
Specific topics include the role of hormones in gender identity and behavior, status competition and violence, challenges facing men as a result of the changing nature of the family and the economy, Black masculinity in the United States, and the past and future of patriarchy globally.
A Faculty of Experts
Jepson faculty help students hone their leadership skills. They also hold prominent places in national and international media, providing insightful opinions and expert views on leadership and issues of the day.
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Alumni Who Lead
Graduates leave Richmond with knowledge of leadership frameworks and with the critical thinking and communication skills that enable them to excel in their chosen careers.
Feature Stories
November 14, 2023
ALUMNI
Seasoned chef: Alum leads Cook’s Illustrated
Dan Souza, a 2004 grad, heads up one of the most trusted names in American cooking.
November 13, 2023
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
'It was a great honor to represent my country at the United Nations'
Interning for her native Serbia, junior Nina Sretenović helped draft resolutions and met with world leaders.
November 6, 2023
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
For student vets, a Richmond MBA honed leadership skills
Lessons learned through service helped these Robins students become better business leaders.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Jepson
Media Releases
May 24, 2023
Recent University of Richmond Graduate Awarded Critical Language Scholarship to Study in Indonesia
Sarah Schalkoff, who graduated from the University of Richmond on May 7, was awarded a Critical Language Scholarship to study Bahasa Indonesia this summer.
May 22, 2023
Seven University of Richmond Jepson School of Leadership Studies Students Awarded Scholarships to Study at Oxford
Seven recent leadership studies grads are heading to the University of Oxford to pursue one-year master’s degree programs through the Jepson Scholars Program.
May 4, 2023
Two University of Richmond Seniors Awarded Competitive Fulbright Grants To Live, Work, and Study in Portugal and Spain
Marco Barcenas-Consuelo and Isabela Keetley have been awarded prestigious Fulbright grants to be completed during the 2023–24 academic year.
May 2, 2023
University of Richmond Seniors Head to Leading Companies and Top Graduate Schools Around the World
The University of Richmond will award more than 1,000 degrees during Commencement ceremonies May 6–7.
Scholars & Practitioners
Hayter Published
Julian Hayter, associate professor of leadership studies, published "Edward Blum's crusade against affirmative action has used the legal strategy developed by civil rights activists" in The Conversation US.
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Peart Published
Sandra J. Peart, dean of the Jepson School of Leadership Studies, co-published "Harriet Martineau: Economist as Storyteller and Traveler" in The Independent Review: A Journal of Political Economy.
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Wilkins Gave Keynote
David Wilkins, professor of leadership studies, gave the keynote address, "Savage Justice: The Foundational Myths That Legitimized Federal Indian Law," at the annual meeting of the Organization of Educational Historians, Sept. 29-30, 2023.
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Soderlund Awarded
Kerstin Soderlund, Jepson School Associate Dean for Student and External Affairs, received the 2023 Contribution to the Institution Award from the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement.
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November 22, 2023
Williams: 60 years after John F. Kennedy's killing, let's answer his call to action
Leadership studies professor Julian Hayter is quoted.
November 5, 2023
At the same time, in America
Political science professor Ernest McGowen and leadership studies professor Thad Williamson are quoted in this piece, first published in print for this weekly Danish news magazine.
October 25, 2023
Valuable Student Exercises
This piece highlights leadership studies professor Jessica Flanigan’s approach to teaching and engaging students.
October 11, 2023
Ron DeSantis Announces Intentions to Sanction Iran in Florida
Jess Flanigan, a leadership studies and philosophy, politics, economics, and law professor, is quoted.