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Admissions »
Admission FAQs
What services does the Alumni Association offer to alumni and their children applying to the University? The University of Virginia Office of Admission defines a legacy student as the child
Leaps and Bounds
The College of Arts & Sciences plans for big growth
In the very near future, the University will feel the impact of two forces—significantly more students and more departures by existing faculty who are reaching retirement
Record Breaking
Admission applications reach all-time high
Before setting foot inside a U.Va. classroom, the Class of 2016 posted impressive numbers as part of a record-setting applicant pool. This year, the U.Va. Office of
Alumni »
Alumnae Alumni Association Regional Clubs
Theater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad ’08) makes all the world a stage
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Stephen Colbert’s “Wahoowa”
The Colbert Report Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Richard Hersh www.colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full Episodes Political Humor & Satire Blog Video Archive Satirist Stephen Colbert during an
Kudzu and Heavy Metal
The work of photographer Pamela Pecchio
Driving down I-81 with heavy metal on the stereo, Pamela Pecchio envisioned a new series of photographs
Ray-flections
An alumnus remembers professor Ray Bice
As a student, being related to the quiet professorial rock star known more broadly in the University of Virginia community as Dr. Bice placed me in a unique position of
Architecture »
Build it, and They Will Compete
New track and indoor practice facility are part of 10-year effort to upgrade athletics
When Virginia Beach native J.R. Reid was one of the nation’s most coveted high school basketball stars, he was recruited heavily by numerous schools, including
Bridging the Gap
Students reimagine Belmont structure
Long slated for repair, Charlottesville’s Belmont Bridge awaits its next incarnation. Eduardo Arroyo, the 2012 Robertson Visiting Professor at the School of Architecture, led a University effort
Shaping the Future
Teresa A. Sullivan Photo by Luca DiCecco One of the energizing aspects of daily life at U.Va. is the constant exposure to astonishing research, scholarship and other creative activities.
Flue Flaws
Cracks in chimneys lead to banning fires in fireplaces
Students have always had to sacrifice some creature comforts for the honor of living on the Lawn, and this year a long-standing tradition was sacrificed as well in the interest
Keep the Lid On
Rotunda roof ‘structurally sound’ but needs work
Photo by Cole GeddyThe roof of the University’s beloved but leaky Rotunda will need only repairs, not replacement. David Neuman, Architect for the University, told members of the Board
Arts & Entertainment »
Books Dance Film Music Theater Visual ArtsTheater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad ’08) makes all the world a stage
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Kudzu and Heavy Metal
The work of photographer Pamela Pecchio
Driving down I-81 with heavy metal on the stereo, Pamela Pecchio envisioned a new series of photographs
Rebuilding History … With Cardboard and Paint
Student art exhibit draws inspiration from Brooks Hall Natural History Museum
Mammoth Undertaking: Students reimagine Brooks Hall menagerie.
Career »
An Alumni Couple Goes for Gold
John and Shannon St. Clair’s careers in football and jewelry design
John and Shannon St. Clair John St. Clair (Col ’99) and Shannon St. Clair (Col ’99) met at the U.Va. bookstore in August 1995. “Out of 5000 freshmen, John was
Insights into Innovation
An alumnus describes his discoveries about what blocks change in companies
An alumnus describes his discoveries about what blocks change in companies
How to Keep New Hires
Lilith Christiansen (Com ’95) explores why people stay at their jobs
Ever search for a new job ... on the job? According to Lilith Christiansen (Com ’95), management consultant, and co-author of the book Successful Onboarding, almost one third of new hires start
The Case for Plain Talk
Kent C. Sullivan (Col ’78, Law ’82) works for clearer jury instructions
From his experience in Texas as a judge, trial lawyer and supervisor of an 800-lawyer public agency, Kent C. Sullivan (Col ’78, Law ’82) knows the value of plain language in court
Sowing the Seeds of Peace
Diplomat Judith Raine Baroody (Grad ’85) brings together divided Cypriots
Diplomats in blue jeans, we gazed up anxiously at the September skies of Cyprus as we assembled chairs and sound equipment for the festival to bring together Greek- and Turkish
Faculty »
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Professor Dewey Cornell brings 30 years of experience to new foundation
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
Ray-flections
An alumnus remembers professor Ray Bice
As a student, being related to the quiet professorial rock star known more broadly in the University of Virginia community as Dr. Bice placed me in a unique position of
Grounds & Buildings »
Student Firefighter Spearheads 9/11 Memorial
Newcomb Hall is now home to a permanent 9/11 memorial, which includes a piece of steel from one of the World Trade Center towers destroyed by terrorists on Sept. 11, 2001,
Build it, and They Will Compete
New track and indoor practice facility are part of 10-year effort to upgrade athletics
When Virginia Beach native J.R. Reid was one of the nation’s most coveted high school basketball stars, he was recruited heavily by numerous schools, including
Where We Study
During finals week, students contemplate and learn in shared spaces
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.
Health »
Student Firefighter Spearheads 9/11 Memorial
Newcomb Hall is now home to a permanent 9/11 memorial, which includes a piece of steel from one of the World Trade Center towers destroyed by terrorists on Sept. 11, 2001,
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Professor Dewey Cornell brings 30 years of experience to new foundation
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
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.
History »
Rebuilding History … With Cardboard and Paint
Student art exhibit draws inspiration from Brooks Hall Natural History Museum
Mammoth Undertaking: Students reimagine Brooks Hall menagerie.
Ray-flections
An alumnus remembers professor Ray Bice
As a student, being related to the quiet professorial rock star known more broadly in the University of Virginia community as Dr. Bice placed me in a unique position of
Over Seven Billion Served
U.Va. professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition
Last October, the 7 billionth person on the planet was born. Professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition.
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
International »
Over Seven Billion Served
U.Va. professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition
Last October, the 7 billionth person on the planet was born. Professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition.
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
Shaping the Future
Teresa A. Sullivan Photo by Luca DiCecco One of the energizing aspects of daily life at U.Va. is the constant exposure to astonishing research, scholarship and other creative activities.
Standing Guard
How U.Va. helps protect America
How U.Va. helps protect America by shaping the soldiers, law enforcement officers, policymakers and scientists of tomorrow.
Politics »
Student Firefighter Spearheads 9/11 Memorial
Newcomb Hall is now home to a permanent 9/11 memorial, which includes a piece of steel from one of the World Trade Center towers destroyed by terrorists on Sept. 11, 2001,
Stephen Colbert’s “Wahoowa”
The Colbert Report Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Richard Hersh www.colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full Episodes Political Humor & Satire Blog Video Archive Satirist Stephen Colbert during an
A New Kind of Leader
Batten School takes hands-on approach to develop ‘challengers of the status quo’
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
Women at War
Law students push Pentagon to allow female combat roles
When her husband was killed by British fire in a 1776 Revolutionary War battle, Margaret Corbin reputedly took his place behind a cannon and returned fire. Wounded in battle,
Required Reading
Ann Beattie Photo by Sigrid EstradaCreative writing professor Ann Beattie recently published Mrs. Nixon: A Novelist Imagines a Life, an exploration of the elusive first lady, Pat Nixon. You’ve
Research »
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Professor Dewey Cornell brings 30 years of experience to new foundation
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Schools & Departments »
Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy College of Arts & Sciences Curry School of Education Darden School of Business Law School Library McIntire School of Commerce Medical School School of Architecture School of Engineering School of Nursing U.Va. Health SystemLady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Professor Dewey Cornell brings 30 years of experience to new foundation
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Science »
Biology Engineering Environment Physics PsychologyLady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Professor Dewey Cornell brings 30 years of experience to new foundation
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
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.
Sports »
Alumni in Sports Baseball Club Sports Field Hockey Football Golf Lacrosse Men's Basketball Men's Soccer Men's Tennis Swimming & Diving Track & Field Volleyball Women's Basketball Women's Rowing Women's Soccer Women's Softball Women's TennisVirginia Athletics Notable Number
The Virginia baseball team has won 156 games over the past three seasons—more than any program in Division I.
Athletes to Watch
U.Va. athletes pile up accomplishments throughout the academic year, but in spring things reach a crescendo with dominant performers in numerous sports. Here are six Cavaliers who should be
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
Build it, and They Will Compete
New track and indoor practice facility are part of 10-year effort to upgrade athletics
When Virginia Beach native J.R. Reid was one of the nation’s most coveted high school basketball stars, he was recruited heavily by numerous schools, including
Top of His Game
Mike London donates to AccessUVa
One week before his team’s trip to Georgia for the Chick-fil-A Bowl, head football coach Mike London announced that he would match a $50,000 University athletics department
Students »
ROTC Cadet Nabs Truman Scholarship
The Truman Foundation looks for "agents of change," students in their third year of college who seek to improve public or government services. This year, Joseph Riley (Col '13)
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Technology »
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.
News Briefs
Rita Dove receives National Medal of Arts; Students receiving free electrionc texts; Recycling at Scott Stadium; Darden Dean Bruner named Dean of the Year; VQR; Rankings
Bookmarked: Please Touch the Artwork
“UVaM” brings art to the Apple App Store
iPad users can turn, magnify and further explore 19 objects from the U.Va. Art Museum’s collection as if the artifacts were in their hands. At present,
Thomas Jefferson »
Keeping Up With the Jeffersons
Impersonators breathe life into University’s founder
Meet the men who impersonate U.Va.'s founder
Revisiting Monticello’s History
A new Smithsonian exhibit explores Thomas Jefferson’s plantation
Thomas Jefferson’s Albemarle County plantation, Monticello, has been restored in recent decades to better reflect the history of the site and its inhabitants. Not only are
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
U.Va. Tradition »
Honor Code Secret SocietyKeeping Up With the Jeffersons
Impersonators breathe life into University’s founder
Meet the men who impersonate U.Va.'s founder
Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to secret—and not-so-secret—student organizations at U.Va.
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
Ten Reasons to Love 2011 at U.Va.
1. A national title and a bowl bid Dom Starsia guides the men’s lacrosse team to the NCAA championship, and football coach Mike London leads the Cavaliers to the Chick-fil-A
University News »
Budget Philanthropy RankingsStudent Firefighter Spearheads 9/11 Memorial
Newcomb Hall is now home to a permanent 9/11 memorial, which includes a piece of steel from one of the World Trade Center towers destroyed by terrorists on Sept. 11, 2001,
ROTC Cadet Nabs Truman Scholarship
The Truman Foundation looks for "agents of change," students in their third year of college who seek to improve public or government services. This year, Joseph Riley (Col '13)
HIGHLIGHTS
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
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.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
A New Kind of Leader
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
Spirit of Adventure
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
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.
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
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.
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.
Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
New & Notable
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
