Events
Upcoming Health Studies Events
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Join the Department of Health Studies for Let's Talk: Pediatrics, Biostatistics, and Public Health with Dr. Elizabeth Wolf and Dr. Matthew Gurka on Friday, February 20, at 2:00 in the International Commons. This event is co-sponsored by the Gottwald Speaker Series.
Past Health Studies Events
A&S NEXT occurred on January 30-31, 2026 at the Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center. Assistant professors Solis Winters and Hemali Oza facilitated a case study on Maternal & Infant Recial Disparities.
The 6th Annual Health Studies Ice Cream Social took place on Friday, September 5 from 2:30-4:00. The Ice Cream Social was at a new location this year in the Gumenick Quadrangle between Fountain, Maryland, and Richmond Halls. There was a record turnout to celebrate the end of the second week of classes with delicious gelato from DeLuca Gelato. Students were able to stop by the redesigned department space and met new faculty in Richmond Hall.
Data Walk
The University of Richmond in partnership with Voices for Virginia’s Children, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, and Bon Secours hosted a data walk to explore new maps and charts from Unpacking the Census and engaged in dialogue about a path forward for the children of the Richmond region. The data walk focused on general demographics of children in the region and on education, economic security and health components.