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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.
R&D Briefs
Milk of Life
Babies who are breastfed are 60 to 70 percent less likely to die of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, according to a new analysis of past studies
Protecting the Innocent
Law students’ work vital to murder case
A dozen students in a U.Va. law clinic got involved with drugs last fall, but they did it to clear the name of a client sentenced to die.<
A Blueprint for Success
Excerpts from speeches to U.Va. students about how to use your degree to thrive in the corporate world
After two degrees from MIT, one from Harvard, a couple decades in the business world and a semester teaching at U.Va. Law, I certainly don’t claim to
The Kennedys at Virginia
In March 1958, then-Senator John F. Kennedy, his wife, Jackie, and his brothers Robert and Ted attended Law Day at U.Va.
Fighting Over Punch Lines
Comedians’ feud fuels professors’ study
A feud between Joe Rogan and Carlos Mencia spurred two law professors to examine intellectual property rights among comedians.
From Law School to Court Jester
Charlottesville. December 1997. Baja Bean Company on The Corner. An open mic night.
In four days, I’d be leaving U.Va., leaving law school smack-dab in the
The University and the Economy: On the Front Lines
Faculty and alumni experts look at where we've been, where we're going
Alumni and faculty experts share their perspectives on how we got into this situation—and how to get out of it.
Special Report: The University and the Economy
A look at recent events from a U.Va. perspective
Explore the economic turmoil from a variety of viewpoints, including those of faculty, students and alumni.
Honors
Former U.S. Senator John Warner (Law ’53) was made honorary Knight Commander by Queen Elizabeth II on March 17.
Into the Wild
The call of the wild beckons in many ways
A passion for the outdoors inspires the lives of many alumni. Some explore it, some guide others through it, some teach about it and others work to protect it.
HIGHLIGHTS
Spirit of Adventure
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
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.
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
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.
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
New & Notable
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
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.
A New Kind of Leader
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
Theater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
