Student Scholars
Eight University of Richmond Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad
Eight University of Richmond students have been offered Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad experiences.
Fall 2026 Area Courses
PPEL Ice Cream Social Spring 26
Join us for an Ice Cream Social featuring DeLuca Gelato on April 17th at Stern Plaza from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy delicious gelato and socialize! See you there!
PPEL Post Grad Path Event Spring 2026
Join us for a speaker on April 17th in the Humannities Classroom 121 from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m.
Hear from PPEL alumna Chloe Smith as she shares what she’s been up to since graduation, along with insights and advice on navigating your own career path.
PPEL Post Grad Path Event Fall 25
Join us for a career panel on November 20th in the Whitehurst Living Room from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Hear directly from three PPEL alumni about what they are doing now and suggestions on what you can do to get the job you want!
PPEL Feature Stories
University of Richmond senior researches higher education’s responses to racial justice demands and federal mandates
Senior Abigail Green’s honors thesis explores the effects of George Floyd’s murder and President Trump’s executive orders on higher education.
UR Now: STUDENT EXPERIENCE
A&S Student Symposium showcases undergraduate research
With 400+ presenters across 30 disciplines, the annual University of Richmond event transforms campus into a forum for discovery, creativity, and collaboration.
UR Now: STUDENT EXPERIENCE
University of Richmond professors bring learning into the residence halls
Faculty in Residence host events and build relationships that connect academic and residential life.
Faculty Highlights
Price makes Virginia Business list of 100 People to Meet in 2026: Educators
Terry Price, professor of leadership studies and PPEL, appears on the Virginia Business list of 100 People to Meet in 2026: Educators.
Flanigan co-publishes the book "Libertarianism: The Basics"
Jessica Flanigan, professor of leadership studies and PPEL, co-authored the book "Libertarianism: The Basics," published by Routledge.
Hidalgo publishes chapter on Tibet, 1950-1959
Javier Hidalgo, professor of leadership studies and PPEL, published the chapter "Political Leadership and the Struggle for Tibet, 1950-1959" in the edited volume Case Studies in Political Leadership.
Williamson publishes chapter on Richmond's strong mayor government
Thad Williamson, professor of leadership studies and PPEL, published the chapter "Richmond, Virginia's 20-Year Experiment with 'Strong Mayor' Government" in the edited volume Case Studies in Political Leadership.
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Contact Us
Mailing address:PPEL Program
424 Humanities Building
106 UR Drive
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Phone: (804) 289-8529
Fax: (804) 287-6833
PPEL Coordinator: Dr. Jeppe Platz
Academic Administrative Coordinator: Emilee Papa