Learning Management System Transition

On September 12, 2025, the Provost announced that the University would be transitioning to a new learning management system (LMS). While this change is prompted by Anthology’s decision to sunset Blackboard Learn, it also offers us an opportunity to adopt an LMS that best supports teaching and improves the student academic experience. This page is intended to offer a brief overview of the LMS transition. 

Beginning spring 2026, faculty members will have an opportunity to test the new LMS environment with full implementation planned for the fall 2026 semester. Resources to support faculty adoption will be shared soon.

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  • Opportunities for Engagement

    Listening Session Nov. 5 

    As part of the University’s continued effort to gather insights and feedback on our Learning Management System (LMS) transition, Moran Technology Consulting will host a Listening Session on Nov. 5 from 3–4 p.m. This specific discussion is scheduled as an open session for any interested faculty participants. The discussion will include topics ranging from challenges participants have encountered in using an LMS to what features participants hope to see in a new LMS. 

    Advance registration is required; the Zoom meeting information will be provided automatically upon registration. Thank you in advance for your participation and valuable input as we work together to enhance the LMS experience at the University of Richmond.

    Product Demonstrations Dec. 2–4

    Product demonstrations with LMS vendors are tentatively scheduled for Dec. 2–4, 2025. Check back soon for more information.

  • LMS Project Team

    The LMS Project Team provides insight into functional needs and system requirements, counsel on stakeholder engagement, and a recommendation for new LMS vendor selection. LMS Project Team members include:

    • Matt Banfield, Chief of Staff, Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost
    • Andrew Bell, Associate Director of Digital Pedagogy and Research, Faculty Hub
    • Jess Flanigan, Professor of Leadership Studies & PPEL, Jepson School of Leadership Studies
    • Lauren Henley, Asst. Professor of Leadership Studies, Jepson School of Leadership Studies
    • Kyle Jenkins, Social Sciences Librarian, University Library
    • Michael Marsh-Soloway, Teaching Faculty of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, School of Arts & Sciences
    • Tom Mattson, Associate Professor of Analytics & Operations, Robins School of Business
    • Lionel Mew, Asst. Professor of Information Systems & Asst Chair for IT Systems, School of Professional and Continuing Studies
    • Nicole Maurantonio, Assoc. Provost of Academic Affairs & Professor of Rhetoric & Communication Studies
    • Bryan Moyer, Sr. Assoc. Registrar, Registrar’s Office
    • Mark Nichols, Asst. Vice President, Information Services
    • Kristine Nolin, Assoc. Professor of Chemistry, School of Arts & Sciences
    • Kristen Osenga, Assoc. Dean for Academic Affairs, School of Law
    • Ryan Peloquin, Learning Management System Administrator, Information Services
    • Cort Schneider, Director of Disability Services, Student Development
    • Roger Skalbeck, Associate Dean for Library & Information Services & Prof of Law
    • Andrea Waddle, Assoc. Professor of Economics, Robins School of Business