<p>I have had some significant achievements since I applied in October- should I send an update email to Richmond or is that inappropriate? At this point, it might be a bit late to influence Richmond Scholars, and I don't want to mess up my chances...</p>
<p>I don’t see how reporting some significant achievement can adversely affect your chances. It will, at worst be a neutral but will probably enhance your chances. What if you are a borderline candidate for finalist? This could be the factor that pushes you over into the finalist pool.</p>
<p>I would send the update email ASAP.</p>