Nancy Jenkins Chafin
Program Coordinator
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Profile
Nancy joined the Office of Scholars and Fellowships as Program Coordinator in June 2024. Prior to becoming a Spider, Nancy had a long career in communications for various non-profit organizations in Richmond.
At the University of Richmond, Nancy coordinates programming for current Richmond Scholars as well as prospective Richmond Scholar recruitment events. She also takes the lead on marketing and recruitment for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships.
In her free time, Nancy enjoys kayaking on the Rappahannock River, wilderness misadventures with her daughter Charlotte, and serving on the Advisory Board of the Richmond Ballet. She is also an avid follower of horseracing’s Triple Crown.