Does Democracy Work? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? The 2018–19 Jepson Leadership Forum hosts politicians, political advisors, and experts on poverty, elections, and technology for a case study of American democracy. We’ll explore the good, bad, and ugly of U.S. politics and government as we ask the question “Does democracy actually work?”
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Jepson: Because the world needs leadership
Educating students for and about leadership
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A faculty of experts
Faculty serve as resources for 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
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An Informed Community
Nationally and internationally known visitors and speakers from wide-ranging backgrounds build a community dialogue around leadership
Since 1992, the University of Richmonds Jepson School of Leadership Studies has explored how visionary leaders bring people together and drive change. The 25th anniversary Jepson Leadership Forum invites you to explore your own vision. Join us as we confront some of the most critical and divisive issues facing our world today — from wealth and social inequality to terrorism — and learn to analyze your information, express your opinions, and even change your mind.
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The John Marshall International Center for the Study of Statesmanship hosts speakers who examine and discuss the problems and prospects of leadership, constitutionalism, political economy, politics, and ethical reasoning.
The John Marshall International Center for the Study of Statesmanship hosts speakers who examine and discuss the problems and prospects of leadership, constitutionalism, political economy, politics, and ethical reasoning.
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@JepsonSchool on Twitter
- Congrats to #leadershipstudies and political science junior Lina Tori Jan, who received a prestigious Newman Civic… https://t.co/RDtnciF9IC
- Dr. Marilie Coetsee's #leadershipstudies students visited the @urichmond Museums exhibit "Growing Up in Civil Right… https://t.co/ceSvxt5zRn
- RT @URNews2Use: #UR Associate Professor of Leadership Studies Julian Hayter will moderate a conversation between #RVA Mayor @LevarStoney &…
- Register today for Jepson Leader-in-Residence and Virginia Senator @JennMcClellanVA's March 27 presentation, "Where… https://t.co/VdewuZvJBg
- RT @URNews2Use: @JepsonSchool leadership studies professor Jessica Flanigan's (@missjessica) research on charismatic leadership is highligh…
- #Leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter will moderate a discussion between #RVA Mayor @LevarStoney and former Ne… https://t.co/9x1MbJx1Xv
- "If citizens are not particularly effective at ... voting in their own best interests, it is incumbent on our leade… https://t.co/7BvbJBX3xG
- The Jepson School staff is celebrating #SpiderDay with lots of #SpiderPride! #leadershipstudies #URichmond🕷❤️💙 https://t.co/3Y8Wm1eMop
- "I'm thankful for every professor who has taken the time to invest in me inside and outside the classroom." ~… https://t.co/zIMnlCfrNY
- Congratulations to #leadershipstudies junior Lina Tori Jan on receiving the Newman Civic Fellowship in recognition… https://t.co/REusCXTwqu
- #ICYMI, last Wednesday, Dean @speart and #UR Chancellor Richard Morrill welcomed students, faculty, and staff to a… https://t.co/0teSptAiZD
- RT @ThadWilliamson: When all your excellent @JepsonSchool students show up for the last class before @urichmond Spring Break, because they…
- Freedom of speech shouldn't protect students from consequences, says #leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter, ab… https://t.co/RIn7hVoyFJ
- "The UR community has challenged me, supported me, and always made sure I was doing my best." ~ #leadershipstudies… https://t.co/ITZD8VVBHO
- "I'm proud to be a Spider because UR has given me unique opportunities for learning, travel, connections, and more!… https://t.co/dOwpmVLE6Y
- Cody Gray is all smiles as he heads off for spring break! #SpiderPride https://t.co/VGnBQp89y0
- Shout-out to #leadershipstudies students Jaide Hinds-Clarke and Noah Walker! They received awards at the #UR Black… https://t.co/G8bdn2v2wj
- #Leadershipstudies sophomore T.J. Tann catching a break and some rays. 🌞 https://t.co/n71cJN0gDR
- "An institution’s culture must ensure all have the ability, skill, and status to speak on equal footing," writes De… https://t.co/9uI3lCvpZx
- "The views of ordinary citizens don't have much influence on the policy decisions of elected officials," political… https://t.co/HXECBpPHRa
Scholars & Practitioners
Lee named to Leadership CouncilDr. Lauranett Lee, visiting lecturer of leadership studies, was named a charter member of the St. John's Church Foundation Leadership Council.
Hayter appointed to History and Culture CommissionRichmond Mayor Levar Stoney appointed Julian Hayter, associate professor of leadership studies, to his new nine-member History and Culture Commission.
Bezio ArticleKristin Bezio, associate professor of leadership studies, recently published the article “‘Munday I Sweare Shalbee a Hollidaye’: The Politics of Anthony Munday, from Anti-Catholic Spy to Civic Pageanteer (1579-1630)” in the journal Études Anglaises.
Williamson keynotes conferenceDr. Thad Williamson of the Jepson School of Leadership Studies gave the keynote address at the Political Philosophy Conference, "Equality and Democracy in Local and City Government," in York, England, on Jan. 7, 2019. An associate professor of leadership studies and philosophy, politics, economics and law, Williamson has both academic and practical expertise in local and city government.
Health EthicsJess Flanigan is a professor of leadership studies and philosophy, politics, economics, and law. Her research addresses public health ethics, and people’s rights in regards to healthcare decisions. She is the author of Pharmaceutical Freedom: Why Patients Have a Right to Self-Medicate and is currently exploring the ethics of healthcare decisions regarding pregnancy and birth.
Hidalgo authors book on immigrationJavier Hidalgo, aasociate professor of leadership studies, authored Unjust Borders: Individuals and the Ethics of Immigration (Nov. 2018, Routledge).
Crystal Hoyt named APS FellowCrystal Hoyt, professor of leadership studies and psychology, has been named a 2018 Association for Psychological Science Fellow for her outstanding contributions to the science of psychology.
Dean Sandra Peart named Robins Distinguished Professor in Leadership Studies Dr. Sandra Peart, Jepson School dean, was appointed to the E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Professorship in Leadership Studies.-
Dr. Julian Hayter receives Distinguished Educator Award
Dr. Julian Hayter, associate professor of leadership studies, was a 2018 recipient of the University of Richmond Distinguished Educator Award.
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Dr. Lauranett Lee appointed to Capitol Square Preservation Council
Dr. Lauranett Lee, visiting lecturer at the Jepson School, was appointed to the Capitol Square Preservation Council by Virginia Governor Ralph Northam.
Jepson on Facebook
Congratulations to #leadershipstudies and political science junior Lina Tori Jan, who received a prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship in recognition of her #leadership in advancing the public good. #SpiderPride #UR 🕷️❤️💙👏
https://news.richmond.edu/releases/article/-/16118/ur-junior-awarded-2019-newman-civic-fellowship.html
Don't miss tomorrow's discussion between #RVA Mayor Levar Stoney and New Orleans ex-mayor Mitch Landrieu on racism and Confederate monuments, moderated by #leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter, at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. Free and open to the public. U.S. News and World Report The E Pluribus Unum Fund https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/louisiana/articles/2019-03-15/richmond-mayor-ex-mayor-of-new-orleans-to-discuss-racism
Register today for Jepson Leader-in-Residence and Virginia Senator Jennifer McClellan's March 27 presentation, "Where Do We Go From Here?" #leadership
https://jepson.richmond.edu/conferences/leader-in-residence/bio.html
#Leadershipstudies professor Jessica Flanigan's research on charismatic #leadership is highlighted by Bloomberg LP in this piece, “Beware of Beto’s Charisma.” https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2019-03-15/beto-o-rourke-2020-campaign-beware-of-his-charisma
#Leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter will moderate a discussion between #RVA Mayor Levar M. Stoney and former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu on racism and Confederate monuments, 9:30-11 a.m., Tues., March 19, at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. The event is free and open to the public. The E Pluribus Unum Fund http://richmondvacitynews.blogspot.com/2019/03/mayor-stoney-former-new-orleans-mayor.html
"If citizens are not particularly effective at ... voting in their own best interests, it is incumbent on our leaders to make informed, ethical choices that promote the common good," writes Dean Sandra Peart in her #LeadershipSpeculations blog. #democracy https://blog.richmond.edu/leadershipspeculations/2019/03/13/democracy-for-realists/
#ICYMI, last Wednesday, Dean Sandra Peart and #UR Chancellor Richard Morrill welcomed students, faculty, and staff to an open house celebrating the Jepson School's new ethics suite. The suite is dedicated to Dr. Morrill. #leadershipstudies🕷❤️💙
Freedom of speech shouldn't protect students from consequences, says #leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter, about a recent blackface controversy embroiling University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Inside Higher Ed https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2019/03/07/ut-knoxville-blackface-incident-calls-question-administrator-commitment-diversity
Shout-out to #leadershipstudies students Noah Walker and Jaide Hinds-Clarke! They received awards at the #UR Black Excellence Gala for scientific achievement (Noah) and fostering social change and making an incredible impact on her Richmond Women's Basketball team (Jaide). #SpiderPride 🕷️❤️💙👏
"An institution’s culture must ensure all have the ability, skill, and status to speak on equal footing," writes Dean Sandra Peart about @uchicago President Robert Zimmer's championing of free expression on college campuses. #LeadershipSpeculations #leadershipstudies
https://blog.richmond.edu/leadershipspeculations/2019/02/22/leadership-lessons-in-diverse-viewpoints/
"The views of ordinary citizens don't have much influence on the policy decisions of elected officials," political scientist Larry Bartels told a capacity crowd at yesterday's #JepsonForum. #leadership University of Richmond Vanderbilt University
"Susan is a sharer—she truly believes and lives the idea of breaking down silos, reciprocal respect, and helping one another," Dean Sandra Peart said about Susan Taylor, the Jepson School's Director of Budgets and Operations. Susan received the #UR Outstanding Service Award, administrative category, yesterday.🕷❤️💙🙌
Join us at 7 tonight for the #livestream of Vanderbilt University professor Larry Bartels' #JepsonForum presentation, "Democracy for Realists." Watch at jepson.richmond.edu.
#ICYMI, #RVA Mayor Levar Stoney appointed #leadershipstudies professor Julian Hayter to his new History and Culture Commission. #SpiderPride 🕷️❤️💙 https://news.richmond.edu/releases/article/-/16100/ur-leadership-professor-julian-hayter-named-to-richmond-mayors-new-history-and-culture-commission.html
“The Jepson School forces students to make the connection between what they are learning in class and in the world outside,” says #leadershipstudies senior Holly McNaughton. This has helped her develop an empathetic approach to complex societal issues. 🕷️❤️💙https://news.richmond.edu/features/article/-/16059/holly-mcnaughton-19-leadership-studies-fostered-empathy-in-holly-mcnaughton-19.html
"How can we use the power of social media for good without having it become a tool of authoritarian leaders?" In her #LeadershipSpeculations blog, Jepson School Dean Sandra Peart shares #JepsonForum presenter Zeynep Tufekci's thoughts on this question. #leadership #democracy https://blog.richmond.edu/leadershipspeculations/2019/02/22/democracy-in-the-age-of-social-media/
Don't miss tomorrow night's Stand Up Science comedy performance featuring comedian Shane Mauss and #leadershipstudies professor Chris von Rueden at The Broadberry! http://www.shanemauss.com/club-dates-1/2019/2/28/richmond-va
Washington Post reporter Michelle Ye Hee Lee Skyped into Dr. Allison Archer's Media & Politics class yesterday to tell #leadershipstudies students about her experiences reporting for the Post’s Fact Checker during and after the 2016 presidential election.
“I want to get students more involved in ethics, to have it become a part of their everyday life,” says #leadershipstudies and PPEL professor Jessica Flanigan. University of Richmond #SpiderPride https://news.richmond.edu/features/article/-/16078/ethics-fellow-jessica-flanigan-ethics-fellow-promotes-ethical-thinking-as-a-way-of-life-to-students-faculty-.html
Megan Wiora, ‘20, and Lauren O’Brien, ‘20, chatted with Jepson School founding dean Howard Prince at the Hatton W. Sumners Student Leadership Conference at the The University of Texas at Austin this past weekend. #leadership #SpiderPride
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