Outgoing University of Richmond President Ronald Crutcher receives Va. House joint resolution
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University of Richmond President Ronald A. Crutcher June 14 received a Virginia House of Delegates Joint Resolution honoring him as a distinguished leader at UR and in higher education.
The resolution was presented by Henrico Delegate Schuyler VanValkenburg (D-72nd District), a UR alum.
“I want to thank Dr. Ronald Crutcher for his years of service as president of the University of Richmond,” said VanValkenburg. “As an alumnus, I am proud to see the university’s growth under Dr. Crutcher’s leadership. His commitment to raising the university’s academic profile, increasing alumni engagement, and creating a strategic plan rooted in diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and affordability has made the University of Richmond a national leader in higher education. I wish him and his wife, Betty, the very best on their next chapter.”
House Joint Resolution No. 696 honoring Crutcher was passed by both the Virginia House of Delegates and the Senate earlier this year.
The resolution recognizes Crutcher for his service and leadership both as president of UR for more than five years and in higher education generally.
“As the first African American president of the University of Richmond, Ronald Crutcher emphasized the institution's commitment to fighting racism and sexism wherever it was present, championed free expression and civil debate, and promoted diversity and inclusivity by hiring more women and people of color,” the resolution notes.
The resolution also highlights Crutcher for his work to increase engagement with UR alumni; develop an office to support students applying for national grants and fellowships; and create a strategic communications division to raise the institution's reputation and profile nationally.
Crutcher will conclude his term as the 10th president of the University of Richmond in August, when Kevin Hallock begins his tenure in the role.
