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Administration »
Remaking the University
In the last issue of Virginia Magazine, I described the strategic planning process that was just beginning in Charlottesville. A few months later, we are seeing the first fruition of
Admissions »
The Early Results Are In
Admission office makes first round of offers
The Class of 2017 began to take shape when the University posted its Early Action admission results nearly three weeks ahead of its deadline.
Getting Answers About Getting In
A talk with Dean of Admission Greg Roberts
The U.Va. Office of Admission is in the midst of several changes. Dean Greg Roberts hopes these changes will bring more high-achieving students to the University and add more diversity to the student body.
Admission FAQs
What is an art supplement? Who submits one? How does it help an admission application?
Students with talent in visual art, dance, drama or music, and who plan to participate or major/minor in the arts are encouraged to submit an optional art supplement with
Alumni »
Alumnae Alumni Association Regional Clubs
The Black Alumni Brood
The following was originally published on the McSweeney's website as part of the author's yearlong column, Big Mom on Campus: Raising Two Kids in a Dorm. Every two
Q&A: “Obstacle Fit” Author Pete Williams (Col ‘91)
Read an excerpt of Obstacle Fit. U.Va. Mag: Were you always physically active, even as a kid? PW: I played organized baseball and basketball, but I don’t
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Let’s Get Physical
Alumnus and fitness expert will get you in peak form through obstacle course workouts
The following is an excerpt from the new book Obstacle Fit: Your Complete Training Program to Run Fast, Conquer Challenges, and Discover Your Inner Spartan, Mudder, or Warrior by Pete
The Ice Cream Lady
A physical education teacher sells sweets on the side
Everyone knows that certain jingle you sometimes hear out in the front yard during the summer, the unmistakable sound of an ice cream truck rolling by. Soon, there’s
Architecture »
Five Quirks Around Grounds
1. The Rotunda’s bulletproof clock face Replaced after the 1895 fire, the face was designed to be bulletproof because students had used the original clock face for target practice. {article
The Celestial Dome
Thomas Jefferson envisioned the Rotunda dome room not as a library but as a planetarium for teaching astronomy.
Building a Better University
Workers stand on the Rotunda roof, where the first phase of a major renovation project is underway (see feature story). In other corners of the University, another project
Monster Mash
Modern-day Dr. Frankensteins bring creatures to life
U.Va. students construct life-sized moving monsters with the help of Hollywood special-effects artists.
Arts & Entertainment »
Books Dance Film Music Television Theater Visual Arts
Ed Roseberry’s Charlottesville
Look through a few of the thousands of photographs Ed "Flash" Roseberry has taken of Charlottesville since the 1940s.
The School of Athens
One of Raphael's most famous frescoes has enjoyed its own renaissance at the University.
Perry’s Progress
Lincoln Perry completes his mural in Old Cabell Hall
Artist Lincoln Perry returns to Old Cabell Hall to complete a mural he began over a decade ago.
Rethinking the Way We Learn
U.Va. psychologist debunks myths about how the brain works
Professor Daniel Willingham knows why students don't like school— it's all in how the brain works.
Light and Shadow
New books examine Jefferson's complexities
Four new books examine Thomas Jefferson's complexities.
Career »
Making Sense Out of Cents
Alumnus John Howard shares some of the lessons he learned about life and money while at the University.
What’s the Rush?
Pressure for success raises questions about pace of life
Pressure for success raises questions about the pace of life
9 Tips for New Grads
Whether you're anxious or eager—most likely a combination of both—the switch from full-time student to full-time resident of the "real world" will have some unexpected
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
Faculty »
Remaking the University
In the last issue of Virginia Magazine, I described the strategic planning process that was just beginning in Charlottesville. A few months later, we are seeing the first fruition of
Rethinking the Way We Learn
U.Va. psychologist debunks myths about how the brain works
Professor Daniel Willingham knows why students don't like school— it's all in how the brain works.
Required Reading
Christopher Sprigman discusses "The Knockoff Economy" and what he reads for inspiration.
Bestsellers at the U.Va. Bookstore
Octobert through December 2012
Top-sellers at the U.Va. Bookstore
Grounds & Buildings »
Ed Roseberry’s Charlottesville
Look through a few of the thousands of photographs Ed "Flash" Roseberry has taken of Charlottesville since the 1940s.
Holsinger’s Charlottesville
Rufus W. Holsinger photographed Charlottesville at the turn of the 20th century, capturing the Rotunda fire and much more.
Charlottesville Then & Now
An interactive feature that compares scenes from the same spots in Charlottesville, nearly 100 years apart.
Health »
Meet the Machines
Rare and astonishing equipment fuels science and medicine at U.Va.
Take a look at four cool machines that help U.Va. doctors, students and researchers expand the limits of their fields.
Can We Be Smarter About Our Feelings?
However you define emotional intelligence, researchers agree it can be a determining factor in building a fulfilling life.
Blood Bond
How an unlikely pair came to share the same commitment
Dr. Mary Laughlin and football coach Mike London try to improve the survival rate for those afflicted with cancer and blood disorders.
History »
Ed Roseberry’s Charlottesville
Look through a few of the thousands of photographs Ed "Flash" Roseberry has taken of Charlottesville since the 1940s.
Holsinger’s Charlottesville
Rufus W. Holsinger photographed Charlottesville at the turn of the 20th century, capturing the Rotunda fire and much more.
Charlottesville Then & Now
An interactive feature that compares scenes from the same spots in Charlottesville, nearly 100 years apart.
Five Quirks Around Grounds
1. The Rotunda’s bulletproof clock face Replaced after the 1895 fire, the face was designed to be bulletproof because students had used the original clock face for target practice. {article
Five Vanished Traditions
The University has many traditions. Here are five that have vanished with time.
International »
Cavaliers in the Olympics
The first Cavalier to medal at the Olympics was James Rector, who won silver in the 100-meter dash at the 1908 Games in London. Since 2000, six U.Va. athletes have medaled
The Dilemma of U.S.-Iran Relations
Reflections on a life's work
Iran is my birth land; U.Va., my intellectual home for 60 years. Here, I've tried to advance understanding of Iran's foreign policy.
Globe-trotting TV
Two alumni work on The Amazing Race: China Rush
Two alumni work on The Amazing Race: China Rush
True Blue
New turf field hosts Olympic teams
What does the University Hall Turf Field, the facility where the U.Va. varsity field hockey team practices and competes, have in common with the Riverbank Arena in
Taking Stock of Summer
As you relax on a sunny beach or shady porch to read this summer issue of Virginia Magazine, you may suppose that the University closes its doors and
Politics »
War Stories
Generations of alumni reflect on military life
Generations of alumni reflect on military life over the past century, sharing stories of world wars and major American operations in Asia and the Middle East.
The Dilemma of U.S.-Iran Relations
Reflections on a life's work
Iran is my birth land; U.Va., my intellectual home for 60 years. Here, I've tried to advance understanding of Iran's foreign policy.
The Marriage Crisis
How marriage has changed in the last 50 years and why it continues to decline
U.Va. researchers explore the ways that marriage has changed and look toward the future of the institution.
State Court Guards U.Va. Climate Scientist and Research
Nearly two years after Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli (Engr '91) expressed suspicions of fraud concerning climate research conducted at U.Va., the Virginia State Supreme Court ruled that Cuccinelli's
Research »
Rethinking the Way We Learn
U.Va. psychologist debunks myths about how the brain works
Professor Daniel Willingham knows why students don't like school— it's all in how the brain works.
The Quality of Souls
A mother works to find a cure for her son's syndrome
Alumna Audrey Davidow Lapidus writes about how a rare genetic syndrome has shaped her son's life as well as her own.
Make It Stick
Physics professor invents a new substance
Physics professor Lou Bloomfield sets out to fix a wobbly table and discovers a substance that might do much more.
The Search for Life on Other Planets
A conversation with Professor Michael Skrutskie
Astronomy professor Michael Strutskie talks about a pretty powerful telescope.
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 System
Top 5 Majors
Five most popular majors for 2012 graduates, according to U.Va.’s Office of Institutional Assessment and Studies (numbers in parentheses are the number of bachelor degrees conferred): Politics (425 total; 297
Memories of the University During the 1950s
Past issues of the University of Virginia Magazine aroused pleasant memories that occurred during the spring of 1945 and the school year 1957-58 in Charlottesville and at the University of Virginia.
Science »
Biology Engineering Environment Physics PsychologyThe Quality of Souls
A mother works to find a cure for her son's syndrome
Alumna Audrey Davidow Lapidus writes about how a rare genetic syndrome has shaped her son's life as well as her own.
Make It Stick
Physics professor invents a new substance
Physics professor Lou Bloomfield sets out to fix a wobbly table and discovers a substance that might do much more.
The Search for Life on Other Planets
A conversation with Professor Michael Skrutskie
Astronomy professor Michael Strutskie talks about a pretty powerful telescope.
Bottled Trouble
Common chemical could have lasting effects on genes
BPA, a chemical found in everything from soda bottles to store receipts, could affect genes that play a role in social behavior across generations.
Sports »
Alumni in Sports Baseball Club Sports Cross Country 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 TennisQ&A: “Obstacle Fit” Author Pete Williams (Col ‘91)
Read an excerpt of Obstacle Fit. U.Va. Mag: Were you always physically active, even as a kid? PW: I played organized baseball and basketball, but I don’t
Let’s Get Physical
Alumnus and fitness expert will get you in peak form through obstacle course workouts
The following is an excerpt from the new book Obstacle Fit: Your Complete Training Program to Run Fast, Conquer Challenges, and Discover Your Inner Spartan, Mudder, or Warrior by Pete
Top 5 Lists
Want to know the top 5 hidden gems around Grounds? The all-time leading sports scorers? Top foods at the dining hall?
Students »
Technology »
Top 5 U.Va. Bookstore Purchases
According to Wayne Terwilliger, assistant director of the U.Va. Bookstore, students and alumni can’t get enough of the following: Anything with a “V-sabre
Two-Way Street
10 places to get—and discuss—news about the University
In large ways and small, we’ve heard from you over the past year.
The Search for Life on Other Planets
A conversation with Professor Michael Skrutskie
Astronomy professor Michael Strutskie talks about a pretty powerful telescope.
Friday Night Apps
Enjoy a night out on the town using student- and alumni-designed apps
How alumni-developed iPhone and Android apps can make your next evening out even better
Thomas Jefferson »
Light and Shadow
New books examine Jefferson's complexities
Four new books examine Thomas Jefferson's complexities.
The Celestial Dome
Thomas Jefferson envisioned the Rotunda dome room not as a library but as a planetarium for teaching astronomy.
Experimental Beds
Artist examines the slave experience at Monticello
Australian artist Judy Watson examines Thomas Jefferson's relationships through a series of etchings.
The Jefferson Thanksgiving Challenge
We challenged alumni chefs to create Thanksgiving dishes using only the ingredients that would have been available at Monticello during Thomas Jefferson's time.
Alumni chefs create dishes using only ingredients available at Monticello during Jefferson's time.
Letters to the Editor
Forgotten Treasures ["Borges in Charlottesville," Summer 2012] was a most enjoyable and informative article. It lacks only fuller references to the invaluable contributions of Jared Loewenstein to the bibliographical treasures at
U.Va. Tradition »
Honor Code Secret SocietyTop 5 Lists
Want to know the top 5 hidden gems around Grounds? The all-time leading sports scorers? Top foods at the dining hall?
Five Quirks Around Grounds
1. The Rotunda’s bulletproof clock face Replaced after the 1895 fire, the face was designed to be bulletproof because students had used the original clock face for target practice. {article
Five Vanished Traditions
The University has many traditions. Here are five that have vanished with time.
University News »
Budget Philanthropy Rankings
HIGHLIGHTS
Ed Roseberry’s Charlottesville
Look through a few of the thousands of photographs Ed "Flash" Roseberry has taken of Charlottesville since the 1940s.
Top 5 Lists
Want to know the top 5 hidden gems around Grounds? The all-time leading sports scorers? Top foods at the dining hall?
Blue Books
The agony and ecstasy of final exams (including excerpts from real blue book exams).
Holsinger’s Charlottesville
Rufus W. Holsinger photographed Charlottesville at the turn of the 20th century, capturing the Rotunda fire and much more.
Make It Stick
Physics professor Lou Bloomfield sets out to fix a wobbly table and discovers a substance that might do much more.
Unearthing Slavery at the University of Virginia
Recent discoveries on Grounds raise questions about the history of slavery.
Rethinking the Way We Learn
Professor Daniel Willingham knows why students don't like school— it's all in how the brain works.
Charlottesville Then & Now
An interactive feature that compares scenes from the same spots in Charlottesville, nearly 100 years apart.
What We Talk About When We Talk About Money
Logan Sachon (Col '05) writes openly and honestly about finances, a subject once considered taboo, on the website The Billfold.
War Stories
Generations of alumni reflect on military life over the past century, sharing stories of world wars and major American operations in Asia and the Middle East.
