University of Richmond

Classes led by University of Richmond faculty, staff and administrators, or about key University buildings, events, centers or activities.

Upcoming Courses

Courses

Join us for this overview of Boatwright Memorial Library from its early planning stages until its latest addition. It will include a look at early libraries on campus and its librarians.


Wednesday, Dec 4, TBD - UR Campus
The Appalachian Mountains once stood as proud and tall as the lofty Himalayas. Their misty, worn peaks speak to ages past and time lost to memory. Cemented and hardened through eons of geological time, the rocks we uncover reveal an ancient heritage built by colliding continents. Even today, a thin remnant of what is now Africa lies beneath our feet in Virginia. Come and learn more about our ancient mountain heritage.


Tuesday, Nov. 12, THC, Alice Haynes Room (5 seats (3%) remaining)
Come to this class to learn about the long-term health benefits of just moving! BeMovedŽ embraces the joy of dance with people of all movement abilities. Movement expressed through dance and music has a transformative power that enriches a person's well-being above and beyond the well-known physical fitness benefits. BeMovedŽ is a dance fitness experience that begins with easy-to-follow therapeutic movements that flow into dance styles inspired by a wide variety of musical genres.


Mondays; Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 11, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16 (Skip 11/25), TBD - UR Campus (5 seats (12%) remaining)
Come hear this fascinating story. The J. Henry Brown order books offer important evidence for the reuse of marble furniture tops as gravestones and for understanding the significance of this practice in Richmond's African American community in the first half of the 20th Century. Detailed orders for grave inscriptions to be carved on stones provided by the purchasers confirm this practice, documented at Evergreen, East End, and other Black cemeteries in the area.


Friday, Nov 22, TBD - UR Campus
Boatwright Library is currently undergoing construction, part of which will be a newly redesigned floor showcasing the Galvin Rare Book Room, Archives, and Book Arts. This class will introduce participants to the library's rare book, archival, and book arts collections, highlighting some of the distinctive holdings and areas of interest.


Thursday, Nov 14, Synchronous Online
The course will focus on seeking to understand the major issues surrounding the 2024 presidential election, identifying credible sources of information, and guiding attendees through a search for common ground on those issues. Note: The last class on Nov 7 will be at Independence Golf Course 2-5pm.


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Learn how to access and fully enjoy the many benefits of being a member of the Osher Institute and the larger UR community. Designed for new members, but offers tips for all.


Monday, Dec 9, TBD - UR Campus
Join the University of Richmond family for a great Saturday in the Robins Stadium as our football team takes on Towson. Our Osher tailgate will start at 12:00 pm in the R45 parking lot, and the game starts at 2:00 pm.


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You are invited to an interactive talk with Dr. Rob Andrejewski, Director of Sustainability at the University of Richmond. Come and learn about sustainability: What is it? What is happening on and off-campus? How can we move toward sustainability in a polarized world?


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Join your fellow Osher members for a fun afternoon. Celebrate our 20th Anniversary and the holidays! Wear your tacky holiday sweater and watch a funny holiday movie!


Tuesday, Dec 17, BUS, Ukrop Auditorium Q162
Take a walking tour of the UR campus, named the nation's most beautiful campus in the Princeton Review's most recent college guide. Learn about the history of the University, enjoy the beautiful landscaping and architecture, and hear some stories along the way. The walk will be about 2.5 miles in length and will require climbing steps and walking on various surfaces. Walking shoes and water are recommended.


Tuesday, Dec 10, THCX, Sculpture outside Modlin Center ( No seats currently available )
If your mortgage is paid off and you're not in the market for financing large purchases, does your credit matter during retirement? Yes, preserving your credit is important, even in your golden years! In this seminar, let's learn ways to protect your credit, maintain your score, and keep your finances at ease.


Monday, Dec 9, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156