University of Richmond

I transferred out. I actually know a lot of people who did. The student body is extremely apathetic towards things larger than themselves. For example, the musical ensembles on campus are very small, the political activities are a joke (the Republicans didn’t exist for most of my time there, the Libertarians have abandoned because they could not get anybody else to care on campus, and the Dems are small), there is no sense of community, arts are not a big deal on campus, activities are generally smal, there is little sense of involvement. Basicaly a few people are very involved, and then there is everybody else. There is almost no school spirit. I also had a bad experience where the administration did not handle harassment well.
The Academics are good for the BSchool, but not remarkable for much else.
The campus looks nice.
Two stars, glad to have left.

I’m not a Spider. I’m a Ram. And a proud Ram.
That said, University of Richmond is a wonderful school. Of course, the grounds are beautiful. And every time I go, there seems to be a new building under construction.
I have been doing some work with some folks in the journalism school for years — rather they volunteer to do some incredibly important work for me – and for that they’re quite generous. They’re also super nice and a pleasure to work with, too.
I’ve taken courses in their professional and continuing studies program, too. They’re incredibly convenient if you need credits, are trying to get a certification, or just personal enrichment.
Beyond that, they always have great arts programs that I love to go to when I have time. I’ve been going to the foreign film series forever, and have taken in numerous theatrical and music shows.
Keep doing what you’re doing, UR!

The school is amazing. I transferred here from a community college and could not have hoped for a better experience. Generous financial aid policies, many active and great student organizations, amazing faculty who are willing to go the extra mile if you are. With my professors here, I was able to procur a fellowship with the State Department so my masters is paid for, not to mention I’m going abroad next Spring to Switzerland to do research. This school is primarily wealthy students, but if you’re not wealthy, this school will give you all the opportunities as if you are. I never thought I’d go abroad, or go to such a beautiful amazing school, but the resources and dedication of the people who make up this school have made this school competitive and attractive to so many students! I can’t even rave about this school enough. The nurses at the clinic are such amazing kind people; the cafeteria and gym are rated top in the nation and you can tell why once you get here. With these facilities, I actually lost 24 pounds just eating healthy and walking around this beautiful campus complete with a lake, beautiful greenery, and attractive boys.

This review of the University of Richmond is part of my Unilocal series on Rave Runs across the USA, Canada and the world.
The scenery and architecture across the campus and surrounding neighborhood make this my favorite running spot when I come to visit Richmond.
I typically start at the lake (i.e. near Boatwright) and run across campus and along the nearby roads. Best time of year to go is in the fall when the leaves are changing colors and the smell of fall is in the air.

I am definitely a bit biased as I am an alum. I thought UR was going to be a snobby school for rich kids and I was wrong. I definitely don’t fall into the wealthy category and kind of think I made the Virginia quota as I am from VA. It all seriousness though, I got an amazing education and met some lifelong friends along the way.
The campus is amazing and the student to teacher ratio is insanely low. I graduated in 1997, but I am guessing not much has changed. I highly recommend this school for everyone. Don’t be scared by the price tag, almost every student gets financial aid here. It is after all, the 3^rd most expensive college in the country.