All Aboard the Campaign Trail

College Republicans and University Democrats

College students have historically been dismissed as unreliable by pundits and political advisers. At the polls, their numbers tend to be disappointingly low. But these students are clearly not the fickle supporters that political strategists have assumed.

Gusburger in Paradise

As part of the annual Springfest festivities at Nameless Field, students tested their gastronomic limits in the Gusburger Eat-Off. Fourth-year Chris Jenne of Virginia Beach successfully defended his 2007 title,

Thirst for Knowledge

Students' drinking water project wins award

When more than a billion people lack clean drinking water, the efforts of two U.Va. students might seem like a drop in the bucket.

Opportunity, Not Poverty

Xiao Wang wins Truman Scholarship for public policy studies

The third-year economics student won a 2008 Truman Scholarship, worth about $30,000, for his leadership potential and commitment to public service. With sufficient credits to receive his bachelor’s degree this spring, he plans to pursue a master’s degree in public policy this fall.

Cartoon Flaps

Muzzle award faults student editors

A cartoon that caused an uproar after its publication in the student newspaper last year was at the center of another wave of controversy this spring.

A Sound for All Seasons

Cavalier Band builds tradition from ground up

Student leadership, always at the heart of U.Va.'s band, is helping guide the group to a new level.

The Evolution of Honor Timeline

Enduring Principle, Changing Times

Return to “The Evolution of Honor” feature article.

What Constitutes an Honor Offense?

When presented with a charge of lying, cheating or stealing by a

The Evolution of Honor

Enduring Principle, Changing Times

The "community of trust" traces its origins to the first students, but the Honor System has taken some twists and turns over the years.

Pinning Down Prospects

Garland goes to the mat for top recruits

You Are What You Wear

T-shirts and messages

Your abiding passion? Your sense of humor? Your favorite candy? They often wind up on T-shirts. Here’s a glimpse of what’s on the minds—and torsos—of

A Musical First

An original path to a Ph.D.

No Laughing Matter

Cavalier Daily cartoon leads to firing

A cartoon in the Cavalier Daily this fall led to protests, a sit-in, an apology and, ultimately, the forced resignation of the cartoonist.

Grant Woolard, a fourth-year

Blue, Orange and Green

The growing environmental sensibility on Grounds

Though the pace of change might not suit everyone, U.Va. is moving toward a greener future on many fronts.

Many Faces, One Body

Class of 2011 most diverse on record

Even before setting foot on Grounds this fall, the Class of 2011 made history. More than 33 percent of the 3,248 first-year students entering the University identified themselves as either minorities or

Bald is Beautiful

Students shorn for a good cause