Letters to the Editor

This is the grave of Henry “Harry” Noble Taylor (Col ’51), who was an editor of the Cavalier Daily and a member of the Seven Society. A journalist who traveled…

Soldiers’ Stories

Alumni talk about a life of combat

We spoke with alumni in the military about their experiences. They range from infantrymen and aviators to doctors, engineers and chaplains.

The Continuing Education of Ms. Groves

Armed with new skills, Monica Groves (Col ’04) returns to scene of documentary

After a rocky first year in an Atlanta school, Groves decided to put her Harvard master's degree to work in the community that first helped her.

The Reporter

Brit Hume reflects on his life in the media

This veteran reporter weighs in on how American culture has changed, his days at the University and suggestions that FOX News has a right-wing agenda.

Just Did It

How I created a new product

Amanda Mitchell shows off her invention, Strap Keepers. Photo by Stacy ZarinIt all started because I couldn’t keep my shirt tucked in. Although my kids told me that the untucked…

A Weekend to Remember

Weather and football victory make Homecomings sparkle

A brilliant fall weekend provided a perfect backdrop for Homecomings weekend Oct. 13 and 14, and alumni made the most of the pleasant conditions at events before and after the…

Work in Progress

Painting wins contest, in the nick of time

Rubaina Zaman (Col ’09) believes that a painting is never really finished, but she had to put that concept aside while rushing to complete an art assignment last spring.“When it…

Building on Rivalry

U.Va., Virginia Tech alumni join forces in Habitat for Humanity challenge in Richmond

Traditional rivals are joining hands—and hammers—in a unique housing project in Richmond.The U.Va. Club of Richmond and its equivalent Virginia Tech alumni group are raising funds and will be sinking…

Bouncing Back

Soccer ace uses sideline time to prepare for record-setting run

Shannon FoleyNo athlete wants forced time off, but Shannon Foley (Col ’07) used a season on the sidelines to her advantage.In 2006, she tore a ligament in her right knee…

Making His Mark

Mitchell excels for Dust Devils

Mike Mitchell Photo by David PetkofskyThe Fall 2007 issue of Virginia Magazine inadvertently omitted Mike Mitchell (Col ’07) from a list of Virginia players selected in the Major League Baseball…

Femme Fatale

Kirkwood can kill, but she also plans to heal

Sarah KirkwoodVision. Maturity. Adaptability.They all are at Sarah Kirkwood’s elbow when she cocks her arm to slam another kill shot at an opposing volleyball team.

The Last Laugh

Tina Fey takes 30 Rock from underdog status to Emmy-winning series

Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin after 30 Rock won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series in Los Angeles. Photo by AP/Kevork DjansezianWhen Tina Fey’s (Col ’92) maiden effort at…

Verbatim

Virginia Sen. John W. Warner Photo by Dan Addison“I have done my best.”—Virginia Sen. John W. Warner (Law ’53) at the Rotunda, announcing his intention to retire from the U.S.…

New&Notable

The First Book

We profile five emerging writers, all alumni of U.Va.’s creative writing program who are celebrating the recent publication of their first book.

U.Va.'s creative writing program ranks in the top tier nationally. We profile five graduates of this esteemed program who are celebrating their publishing debuts.