Bestsellers at the U.Va. Bookstore: October through December 2008
1. The Disagreement by Nick Taylor (Col ’98, Grad ’05)2. The Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer3. The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling
1948: Oh Baby
Period following WWII was a family affair
Poet Laureate of the Twilight
Charles Wright has been extolled as one of the best poets of his generation, a quintessential Southerner and a philosopher-poet.
Deciphering Our Lady of the Lily
Empowering art, past and present
“Bement’s class introduced O’Keeffe to the teachings of Arthur Wesley Dow,” explains Turner. Dow taught that art could be therapeutic and empowering, creating a “dialogue” with the viewer. O’Keeffe, an…
A Million Stories to Tell
Service in Iraq motivates veteran to study Arabic, pursue journalism
I moved to Egypt in August to study Arabic at the American University in Cairo. I came by way of U.Va., but more by way of Iraq, a place I’ve never left far behind. I was a soldier there from 2004 to 2005, and I feel compelled to re-engage the Middle East on civilian terms.
Here and Now
The many benefits of mindfulness
Susan Stone believes that the quality of your life depends on where you focus your attention.
The Next Great Initiative
Jay Gundy (Grad ’79) sees opportunities in Jefferson Trust
Admissions FAQ
Is it more difficult for women to be admitted to the University?No. “Parents of daughters—relax,” says Greg Roberts, dean of admission. “The University has long had a policy of gender-blind admission.…
Myths Can Sabotage Your Job Search
Break some rules to sell your strengths
A job search in a tight market is perhaps the best place to break some of the rules you have learned. To set yourself apart from the competition, you have…
Spanning the Globe
Regional officers tie together U.Va. network
No matter where you are in the country—or the world, for that matter—you’re never far from a U.Va. connection. A network of regional clubs helps alumni, parents and friends stay…
Comings & Goings
Notice some names missing from spring sports rosters? Here's a look at who’s moving into their spots.
Return to Wimbledon?
Experience on Centre Court spurs tennis player’s amibitions
HIGHLIGHTS
Fighting Fire at the University
In 1828, the Board of Visitors created the University Fire Company.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
175 Years of Engineering
A few of the U.Va. engineers whose projects have touched our daily lives.
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
Look Book
A brief history of fashion at U.Va.
14 Reasons to Love Charlottesville in Winter
Life Lessons on the Green
David Cook’s golf novel adapted to the big screen
In the Age of Slavery
U.Va. examines role of enslaved laborers in tribute to bell-ringer Henry Martin
Costly Cartoons?
Fast-paced shows hurts executive function in children
Stacked Up
Doubling the capacity of the Ivy Stacks.
The Simple Things Said It All
On being in the first class of women.
Scientific Six Pack
Improve your putting, earn more money, increase your odds of survival and other topics U.Va. researchers are exploring.
