Month: April 2020

UMW Professor’s Online Initiative Attracts Tens of Thousands

April 9th, 2020

The University of Mary Washington is among countless educational institutions worldwide that have switched to virtual classes due to the coronavirus threat, or COVID-19. Suddenly, students are at home, and so are their teachers. The transition has been daunting for many professors, especially those who have never taught online. But one UMW faculty member saw […]

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Copyright Issues With Livestreaming Worship Services During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 9th, 2020

Authored by attorney Jane D. Tucker, jtucker@vanblacklaw.com; 757.446.8625 Religious organizations around the world are searching for ways to continue offering religious services in light of the COVID-19 prohibitions against physically gathering in places of worship. This is particularly true right now as people seek to worship during Easter, Passover, and Ramadan, all of which occur […]

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A Message from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce: April 3, 2020

April 6th, 2020

On April 22, Virginia General Assembly members are expected to return to Richmond for the 2020 Reconvened Session, otherwise known as “veto session.” Legislators will have the opportunity to take final action on bills the Governor amended or vetoed since the legislature adjourned in early March. There have not been any changes to the Reconvene […]

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Averett University Announces Don Aungst as New CFO

April 2nd, 2020

Averett University is pleased to announce Don Aungst has been hired for the position of vice president & chief financial & operating officer. He started with the University this month. “After an exhaustive national search,” says Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks, “we found the absolute best person for this position. Don is unassuming and […]

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MASSMUTUAL GREATER RICHMOND PROVIDING UNIQUE PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

April 2nd, 2020

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – When routine interaction with employees is changed, productivity and employee satisfaction can suffer. Add uncertainty and fear to daily life and this will compound the situation. The global COVID-19 pandemic will have to play out without any input from business owners, however, steps can be taken to mitigate the negative impacts the […]

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