Women's Group
For more information on the Women's Group, please contact Dr. Tina Cade.
Support Network
Over the years, professional staff, dedicated alumni, and a team of student leaders have initiated several support groups that serve as venues for reflection, personal growth and validation. Additionally, the Office of Multicultural Affairs serves as a resource to students in times of need. These groups often become valuable networks that help students rely upon and uphold one another.
Latino Studies Network - Cafe con Leche (Coffee and Milk) Discussions
The Latino Studies Network: Cafe con Leche Discussions are informal opportunities for faculty, staff and students to engage in discussions regarding varying interests in Latino Studies.
Faculty/Staff and Student Engagement
In a recent poll of UR students, the following faculty/staff members were identified as individuals across campus, who have exhibited a commitment to their personal success. The Office of Multicultural Affairs thanks the following faculty and staff members for supporting our work by providing mentorship, guidance, support, and outreach to our students.
- Dr. Kasongo Kapanga, Associate Professor of French, kkasongo@richmond.edu
- William "Chip" Bryan, Senior Associate Director, Financial Aid Office, wbryan@richmond.edu
- Kathryn V. Owens, Associate Director, Financial Aid Office, kowens@richmond.edu
- Sandra Roman, Administrative Coordinator, Admissions Office, sroman@richmond.edu
- Carolyn Foster, Administrative Assistant, Admissions office, cfoster@richmond.edu
- Dean Charm Bullard, Associate Dean Residence Life, cbullard@richmond.edu
- Dr. Rick Mayes, Associate Prof Political Science, bmayes@richmond.edu
- Dr. Julietta Singh , Assistant Professor of English, jsingh@richmond.edu
- Dr. Mary Churchill, Staff Psychologist, CAPS, mchurchi@richmond.edu
- Dr. Charlynn Small , Staff Psychologist, CAPS, csmall@richmond.edu
- Joslyn Bedell, Assistant Director Career Develpment, jbedell@richmond.edu
- Dr. Michael Davison, Professor of Music, mdavison@richmond.edu
- Prof Jane Geaney, Associate Professor of Religion, jgeaney@richmond.edu
- Kate O'Dwyer Randall , Associate Chaplain,University Chaplaincy, kodwyerr@richmond.edu
- Prof Mark Rhodes, Associate Professor of Art, mrhodes@richmond.edu
- Ms. Ethel, Heilman Dining Center
- Ms. Diane, Heilman Dining Center
- Lisa Miles, Assistant Director, Common Ground, lmiles@richmond.edu
- Dr. Glyn Hughes, Director Common Ground, ghughes@richmond.edu
- Dr. William "Bill" Myers, Professor of Chemistry, wmyers@richmond.edu
- Dr. Marcos Rivera , Area Coordinator Richmond College, marcos.rivera@richmond.edu
- Dr. Jan French, Assistant Professor of Anthropology, jfrench@richmond.edu
- Dr. John Vaughn, Director of Pre-Health Education, jvaugha2@richmond.edu
- Dr. Waide Lee Robinson, Director of MSI Richmond, wrobins3@richmond.edu
- Dr. Bertram Ashe, Associate Professor of English and American Studies, bashe@richmond.edu
- Dr. Julie Laskaris, Associate Professor of Classical Studies, jlaskari@richmond.edu
- Professor Terry Dolson, Manager of Community Based Learning, Center for Civic Engagement, tdolson@richmond.edu
- Dr. Daniel Paik, Assistant Professor of Accounting, dpaik@richmond.edu
- Patti Carey, Business Adjunct Faculty, pbowman@richmond.edu
- Dr. Jennifer Erkulwater, Associate Professor of Political Science, jerkulwa@richmond.edu
- Dean Kerry Fankhauser, Associate Dean of Westhampton College, kfankhau@richmond.edu
- Professor Mike Spear, Associate Professor of Journalism, mspear@richmond.edu
- Dr. Thaddeus Williamson, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies, twillia9@richmond.edu
- Dr. Gill Hickman, Professor of Leadership Studies, ghickman@richmond.edu
- Dr. Paul Achter, Associate Professor of Rhetoric, pachter@richmond.edu
Blends of Traditional Heritages (B.O.T.H.)
B.O.T.H. is a proposed discussion group (adopted from the Multicultural Resource Center at The Pennsylvania State University) for students of bi-racial/multi-racial backgrounds, specifically those with one parent of Asian, Hispanic-Latino, Native-American/Indian, and/or African-American descent. B.O.T.H. is an outreach program sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA). Members of B.O.T. H. will enjoy the supportive environment and openness of members in exchanging opinions, offering support, and learning from each other's perspective of the biracial/multiracial experience. The group determines the agenda for every other week or once a month. Viewing documentaries and films, taking part in activities that promote conversations about contemporary topics or current events that impact their world view, and socializing (barbecues, bowling, game nights, etc.) are just a few of the many activities.
Women's Group
The office facilitates a Women's Group where students regularly meet and engage in conversations about subjects that affect them academically, emotionally, and spiritually as women on the University's campus. The discussion topics are student-selected and often student-led. Past topics have included discussions regarding self-esteem, self-awareness, conflict resolution, family relations, and dating relationships. Through the group, participants collectively become important sources of affirmation and support, particularly during times of difficulty.
Men's Connection
The Men's Connection provides an opportunity for male students to interact with other males who share the common experience of being under-represented students on campus. During their meetings participants are able to develop friendships, engage in lively conversations and debates, and form strong sources of support. The Connection helps participants define their own values and give voice to their experiences as students of color.
University of Richmond Black Alumni Network (URBAN)
URBAN elevates the goodwill and intentions of the Alumni Association, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, and the University of Richmond through service, educational programs, and social activities to maintain and ensure the historic legacy of African-American, African, and Caribbean students.
Contact information: urblackalumninetwork@gmail.com
Facebook and Twitter links for news and up-to-the-minute information.
President: Ed Gates, '02
Vice President: Danielle Torain, '06
Secretary: Tamisha "Binky" Grayson, '06
Treasurer: Beth Henry Johnson, '06
URBAN Newsletters
October 2009
April 2010
August 2010
Spring 2011
Fall 2011
Spring 2012
Men's Connection
For more information on the Men's Connection or Blends of Traditonal Heritages, please contact Jean-Pierre Laurenceau-Medina.