The Chaplaincy led two spring pilgrimages in 2025 to explore peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland and the ancient roots of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism in Greece. Both teams included a half unit pass/fail course taught during the spring semester.
As the academic year concluded in early May, graduating seniors from the Office of the Chaplaincy at the University of Richmond reflected on their transformative experiences. With over 15 senior student leaders serving across Jewish Life, Muslim Life, Christian Life, and SBNR@UR (Spiritual but Not Religious), this cohort of senior leaders played an integral role in fostering a vibrant and inclusive community on campus.
As students returned to campus this fall, classrooms weren’t the only spaces to fill up. The Chaplaincy’s groups have seen a significant increase in attendance at fall programs, beginning with vibrant kick-off opportunities to welcome new and familiar faces to the community.
The Chaplaincy’s 37th annual Weinstein-Rosenthal Forum on Faith, Ethics, and Global Society was held on Monday, October 7 in front of 600 people at the Alice Jepson Theatre of the Modlin Center for the Arts on the campus of the University of Richmond.
The University of Richmond's Office of the Chaplaincy expanded its retreat offerings for the 2024 fall semester, providing students with enhanced opportunities for spiritual growth and community building.
On April 1, actor, comedian, and author Rainn Wilson joined University Chaplain Craig Kocher in Cannon Memorial Chapel for a moderated conversation about Wilson’s newest book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution.
The Chaplaincy creates space for multifaith connections and discussions.