Public research university in Richmond, VA, founded 1838; large sponsor of research; Rams in NCAA Division I
Latin America sees a rise in Protestant Pentecostal and Charismatic churches, now about 11% of the population, with Pentecostal/Charismatic groups reaching 676 million adherents globally in 2026. The trend influences culture and politics across the region, including Brazil, where Pentecostalism intersects with social identity.
A wave of AI education initiatives is expanding beyond computer science as universities embed AI literacy across majors. From AI minors to graduation requirements, campuses are racing to prepare graduates for a future where AI is a core workplace skill.