Dept: First Person
The Power of a Poet0
Remembering Robert Frost’s 1960 visit to Grounds
Spring 2012
When I was in my second year, poet Robert Frost came to the Grounds for the dedication of the Clifton Waller Barrett Library of American Literature, in which had been assembled the most complete collection of Frost’s works ever. There was an elegant dinner at Carr’s Hill, followed by what was expected to be a brief appearance by Frost at Cabell Hall auditorium. I arrived early and secured prime seats for myself and my roommate Ted Wolff (Col ’63), who carried a volume of Frost’s collected works that he desperately wanted autographed....
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis0
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
Winter 2011
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
Witness to Revolution0
Surviving the April 2010 coup in Kyrgyzstan
Fall 2011
Jia Tolentino (Col '09), member of the Peace Corps, survives the April 2010 coup in Kyrgystan
Super Powers0
Surviving two bouts of cancer means embracing—and resisting—change
Summer 2011
Surviving two bouts of cancer means embracing -- and resisting -- change
At History’s Elbow2
Relief reigns after Japanese surrender aboard USS Missouri
Spring 2011
An alumnus travels back to Japan where he fought on the USS Missouri
HIGHLIGHTS
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
What’s Up, Doc?
The human body is a complex machine of about 10 trillion interconnected cells. Researchers at the U.Va. Health System are working with new technology to keep everything from our brains to our blood sugar in good shape.
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
A New Kind of Leader
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
Where We Study
When finals are approaching at U.Va., the air seems charged with anticipation as students take to the libraries and cafés en masse and energy drinks fly off the shelves.
Theater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
Over Seven Billion Served
Last October, the 7 billionth person on the planet was born. Professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition.
New & Notable
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Spirit of Adventure
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family
