Media Spotlight
News coverage of the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) and its staff and students appears below. Search the Lexis-Nexis database for the full text of these cited articles.
Style Weekly, October 13, 2009
"Top 40 Under 40"
Style Weekly named CCE executive director Amy Howard to its annual "Top 40 Under 40" list of individuals under the age of 40 who are making a difference in Greater Richmond. Howard was cited for the work she is doing to connect UR students and faculty to the city of Richmond through programs coordinated by the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement, for her service on the board of the Better Housing Coalition, and for her work on the city's planning commission.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, July 12, 2009
"Virginia Books and Authors" by Jay Strafford
In his book "With God on All Sides," CCE executive director Douglas A. Hicks offers the nation's political, educational, and corporate leaders guidance in incorporating their faiths and the faiths of others to bring people together to achieve something in common. He recommends an inclusive nation, not a Christian one.
The Associated Press, July 3, 2009
"Job Seekers Seek Solace with Fellow Faithful" by Jay Lindsay
In this current economic climate, many people are joining faith-based unemployment support groups. Douglas Hicks, CCE executive director and author of "Religion and the Workplace," comments that job loss is oftern accompanied by other senses of loss, causing many people to seek solace in their faith communities.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, June 28, 2009
"It's Time for Localities to Stop Acting Like Nation States" by John V. Moeser
The fact that Virginia's cities and counties operate like separate nation states with little or no regard for collaboration adversely affects the quality of life for many Virginians, argues John Moeser, CCE senior fellow. Stating that coalitions are more powerful than single parties, Moeser advocates that regional planning districts enlist a rich mix of citizens from every locality and of every race, class, and national origin to work together for regional cooperation that will ultimately improve the quality of life for all Virginians.
Richmond Magazine, April 2009
"Community Outreach" by Sharon Tully
The UR Downtown campus, which opened in January 2009, represents a tangible, permanent demonstration of the University's commitment to the city of Richmond. Both undergraduates and law students will frequent the new downtown campus to attend classes and special events and to volunteer and conduct research in the community.
Virginia Business, April 2009
"Opportunity Lost: The Mayoral Years of L. Douglas Wilder" by John V. Moeser
CCE senior fellow John Moeser reflects on how L. Douglas Wilder missed a golden opportunity to transform the city of Richmond during his four-year tenure as the city's first directly elected mayor in more than sixty years. Instead of uniting people, Wilder spent his time fighting with business leaders, City Council, and the Richmond Public School Board. Moeser expresses hope that newly elected mayor Dwight C. Jones will succeed where Wilder failed.
Richmond Times-Dispatch, March 4, 2009
"UR Downtown Opens" by Karin Kapsidelis
UR President Edward Ayers welcomed visitors, including Mayor Dwight C. Jones and former chief justice of the Virginia Supreme Court Harry L. Carrico, to the first of four open houses at UR Downtown. The event introduced members of the Greater Richmond community to the University's new downtown campus at the corner of E. Broad and Seventh streets.
Martinsville Bulletin, February 2, 2009
“UR Students Visit Area, Volunteer” by Mickey Powell
Juniors in the Bonner Scholars Program spent the weekend of Jan. 31-Feb. 1, 2009, in Martinsville, Va., doing a little community service and talking with local educators about the differences between teaching in rural and urban areas.
Book TV on C-SPAN2, January 2009
Report on With God on All Sides: Leadership in a Devout and Diverse America by Douglas Hicks
Watch C-SPAN2's coverage of Douglas Hicks' discussion of his latest book, With God on All Sides, at the Library of Virginia on Jan. 6, 2009. Rather than avoiding the discussion of religion in the public sector, Hicks argues that leaders should find ways to honor the diverse religious convictions of all Americans.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, January 1, 2009
“Will Good Ship Richmond Sink or Sail?” by John V. Moeser
In his New Year's Day op-ed, CCE senior fellow John Moeser draws a metaphor of the city of Richmond as a ship that has been moored in port for years due to indecisive, inept leadership. If this ship is ever to sail to new, exciting destinations, the citizens must mutiny and take the planning of the metro region into their own hands, Moeser argues.
Richmond Magazine, December 8, 2008
“20 People to Watch in 2009” by Harry Kollatz Jr.
Richmond Magazine named CCE executive director Douglas Hicks to its list of 20 people to watch in 2009 for his role in launching UR Downtown this coming January. UR Downtown, located at 626 E. Broad St. in the former Franklin Federal Savings and Loan building, will offer community outreach through programs coordinated by the CCE and the Law School.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, December 5, 2008
“Downtown Makeover Is Moving Right Along” by Emily C. Dooley
The University of Richmond will be a key player in the downtown Richmond renaissance when UR Downtown, a CCE and Law School collaboration, opens early next year in a recently renovated space at 626 E. Broad St.
The Chronicle of Higher Education, October 24, 2008
“Memorandum” by Douglas Hicks
In his “Memorandum” to presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama, Dr. Douglas Hicks offered suggestions for leading a religiously diverse nation. In particular, he stressed the need for inclusivity of and sensitivity to the many religious traditions found in twenty-first-century America.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, October 3, 2008
“VP Debate Draws 100 Students at UR” by Linda Dunham
More than 100 students attended the Oct. 2 vice-presidential debate viewing party, one of many election events co-hosted by the CCE and the Richmond College Dean’s Office since the first viewing party on Super Tuesday, Feb. 5. Dr. Amy Howard said the CCE had collected more than 200 voter registration forms from students in the last couple of weeks.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, September 6, 2008
“Richmond History Makers” by Daniel Neman
The Valentine Richmond History Center named CCE senior fellow Dr. John V. Moeser a 2008 Richmond History Maker in the category of “Fostering Regional Cooperation.” Moeser was cited for his considerable work as a volunteer for local organizations and his tireless efforts to promote cooperation between the city of Richmond and its neighboring counties.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, July 14, 2008
“UR Plans Satellite Campus Downtown” by Karin Kapsidelis
This fall, the University of Richmond will open UR Downtown, a downtown office space at East Broad and Seventh streets that will offer a myriad of services to people in need. The space will house the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement’s Richmond Families Initiative, the T. C. Williams Law School’s Family Law Clinic and the Harry L. Carrico Center for Pro Bono Services, and VCU’s Center for Psychological Services and Development.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, June 6, 2008
“Habitat Launches Initiative for Land” by Reed Williams
Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity presented the University of Richmond with its 2008 Programming Partner of the Year Award at the kick-off event for RMHFH’s Land Bank Campaign on June 5, 2008.
Style Weekly, May 14, 2008
“Wilder’s First Term” by Thad Williamson and Amy Howard
Dr. Amy Howard and her colleague Dr. Thad Williamson evaluated L. Douglas Wilder’s first term as mayor of Richmond under the new strong-mayor form of government. They concluded that although the Wilder administration had failed in a number of key areas, the strong-mayor form of government may yet prove a success, particularly if its promise to hold government accountable results in denying Wilder a second term as mayor.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, May 2, 2008
“Diverse Gathering Marks Prayer Day” by Robin Farmer
Dr. Douglas A. Hicks faulted the task force that coordinated many events marking the National Day of Prayer and Meditation for violating the spirit of the day by promoting policies that exclude many Christians and all non-Christians from participation.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch, April 22, 2008
“Region Must Tackle Housing, Expert Says” by Carol Hazard
Dr. John V. Moeser called upon the metro Richmond region to address the affordable-housing crisis by promoting more mixed-income developments.