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Oliver Hill Scholars Class of 2022!
We are excited to welcome and celebrate the newest class of Oliver Hill Scholars to our Spider family!
September 15 to October 15!
Join our campus and the community to celebrate the culture and traditions of residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Next Steps- Student Involvement!
Interested in participating in leadership programs and conferences that support your transition to college? Visit our Student Involvement and Support page!
Who We Are
The Office of Multicultural Affairs provides academic, social, and transition support for underserved and underrepresented students. We celebrate and support an increasingly diverse student body and promote dialogue between individuals of diverse backgrounds and identities.
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Thank you, Class of 2022 Spiders for another fun and successful Pre-Orientation here at the University of Richmond!
#TransformationTuesday goes to these incredible ladies in the University of Richmond Women's Group from last year! We are excited to see how they continue to grow and are thrilled for our 2018 group in all their work and success!
The Black Panther Movie Screening was a huge success! Here is a look back at some of the photos from last night! Thank you to our Co Sponsors, Common Ground and The Center for Student Involvement! Thank you to those who served on the Black History Month Committee. Most importantly, thank you to all of the students for your support!
Please join the UR community for a sponsored screening of Marvel Studios Black Panther! This screening will be free to all UR students, faculty and staff. Ticket pickup information will be emailed once you have registered via EventBrite. Recipients must show a form of UR affiliation(i.e. Spider ID Card). Limited tickets are available so it is strongly suggested that you register early. Transportation will be provided which will depart promptly from the Transportation Hub outside of the commons at 6pm. If you have any questions, please direct them to oma@richmond.edu. We hope to see you all there!
The link to register can be reached here:
A look back at Multicultural Pre-Orientation throughout the years! If you haven't already, please apply to Multicultural Pre-Orientation! This experience is more than just a great way to kick off your college career, but the start of establishing connections, community and lifelong friendships. You may apply here at http://multicultural.richmond.edu/student-support/first-year-students/application.html.
Be sure to visit our website and spread the word! See you in August!
Congratulations all first year students! If you want to connect with other first year students and jump start your UR experience, please apply to Multicultural Pre-O. If you have questions visit our webpage for more details.
For more information or inquiries please message us.- John Hudson Internship Program Now Accepting Applications The John Hudson Internship Program is a paid summer internship program in Fairfax County Government agencies for college students and recent graduates with disabilities.
Social Service and Engagement
Office of Multicultural Affairs Newsletter
REFLECTIONS OF OUR PAST. A black History Month Presentation by UR Student-Athletes.
On Tuesday, February 28th at 7:30 P.M., in the Brown Alley room of Weinstein Hall, we would love the support of your student-athletes. Please share and spread the word with your teams!
Starring:
Mary Allen (Track & Field), Joshua Anderson (Football), Jacob Roberson (Football), Marshea Robinson (Track & Field), and Canyon Teague (M. Tennis).
Pre-Orientation 2017. Please tag yourself.
Check this opportunity to travel abroad: https://www.ciee.org/study-abroad/cuba/havana/cuban-studies/ #CUBALIBREYMULTICULTURAL- We have got a brand new Instagram account: Richmond.oma or UROMA, please follow us and share your photos and positive thoughts. #iloverichmond #iloveuroma #oma #multicultural
https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/celebrate-black-history-month/
hey "Multiculturers", check out our February's number of OMA's Newsletter.
http://multicultural.richmond.edu/programs/black-history.html
http://www.history.com/topics/black-history/black-history-month
https://www.ted.com/talks/geoffrey_canada_our_failing_schools_enough_is_enough
New First-year Students
Oliver Hill Scholars Program
We are excited to welcome and celebrate the newest class of Oliver Hill scholars to our Spider family!
This Oliver Hill discussion group shared their insight and experiences on Transformational Leadership and its significance in creating effective change agents in their communities.
A few of our Oliver Hill Scholars shared with us what they love about our program! What do you love about the Oliver Hill Scholars Program? What would you like to share?
Comment below! :)
Our Oliver Hill Scholars are committed to giving back to the local Richmond population through a volunteering and community service efforts!
Scholars from the 2014 Class
For the 2013 Pre-Orientation, the "Specials" brought the Orange Spice (TM) everywhere they went as they helped the incoming Freshmen adjust to college life.
Our Scholars take on field games, high ropes, and more at our annual retreat!
University of Richmond under the Office of Multicultural Affairs hosted a Race Relations Panel to discuss and examine issues related to race relations.
Oliver Hill Scholars take on the ropes course at UR!
Contact Us
Office of Multicultural Affairs
Tyler Haynes Commons, Room 338
28 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Office: 804-289-8032
Fax: 804-484-1421
410 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
(804) 289-8000
(800) 700-1662
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