Alumni Identity Network

University of Richmond Black Alumni Network (URBAN)

URBAN is an inclusive network for alumni of African descent and all supporting allies. URBAN’s mission is to enrich the network by strengthening its foundational priorities of community, resources, outreach, and programming.


2026 - 2027 URBAN Council

  • Zuri Walker, '97 - Chair, Executive Member leading the Outreach & Resources Committee
  • André Chambers, '00 - Executive Member leading the Community Committee
  • Ed Gates, Jr., '02- Executive Member leading the Programming Committee
  • Adria Bullock, '03- Member
  • Jasmonn Coleman, '98- Member
  • Tanyea Darrisaw, '97- Member
  • Reggie Gooden, '11- Member
  • TaShira Iverson, '23- Member
  • Jordyn Lawrence, '22- Member
  • Tavorise Marks, C'18- Member
  • Tia Turner, '26- Member
  • Antoine Waul, '13- Member

Interested in joining the Council? Click here to learn more and submit a nomination for yourself or fellow Spider.

Questions or ideas? Email urban@richmond.edu.

LGBTQ+ Spiders

The purpose of the LGBTQ+ Spiders group is to link LGBTQ+ alumni in a supportive community that provides opportunities to network professionally and socially. The group also seeks to support students (current and prospective) and LGBTQ+ programs both on and off campus. Join the mailing list by completing this form. All alumni are welcome.

Questions or ideas? Email lgbtqspiders@richmond.edu.