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Keeping Up With the Jeffersons
Impersonators breathe life into University’s founder
Meet the men who impersonate U.Va.'s founder
Revisiting Monticello’s History
A new Smithsonian exhibit explores Thomas Jefferson’s plantation
Thomas Jefferson’s Albemarle County plantation, Monticello, has been restored in recent decades to better reflect the history of the site and its inhabitants.
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
Map of Happiness
Series of maps visualize Jeffersonian ideals
Are Americans living the Jeffersonian ideals of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? It turns out that some enjoy more longevity, freedom and fun than others. Kelly Johnston,
The Case of the Missing Library
Monticello scholars crack Jeffersonian mystery
A bibliographic mystery concerning Thomas Jefferson’s personal library has finally been solved. A number of his books have been found at Washington University in St. Louis, where theyâ€
A Culture of Caring
In August, when I became the University’s eighth president, I joined a community whose culture and traditions are unique among American universities. Part of what attracted me to
Talking with Tom
Jefferson watches over the University of Missouri
For nearly a month, Thomas Jefferson was my only friend. I stumbled upon him on my very first day as a graduate student at the University of Missouri.
1820: Sincerely, Thomas Jefferson
A letter from TJ explains construction delays at U.Va. thanks to the Virginia legislature.
Minding Manners
Civility Project compiles rules using Washington’s model
Lack of respect and courtesy constitute a serious national problem, according to a study conducted in 2002, and most people interviewed saw the problem as getting worse.
The Vision for the Village
Jefferson's drawings show multiple influences and singular genius
More than a century ago, the University’s Central Grounds rose from the ashes of the 1895 Rotunda fire, and much of the original character of Jefferson’s Academical Village
Centennial Celebration
Carr’s Hill, the home of all seven presidents of the University, celebrates the centennial of its construction this year. A feature on page 28 looks at the residence in
HIGHLIGHTS
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.
Spirit of Adventure
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family
What Can the New Frog in Town Tell Us About Our Eyes?
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
Eyes on the Olympics
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
Theater as You’ve Never Seen It Before
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Jefferson’s Secret Bible
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
A New Kind of Leader
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
New & Notable
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.
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.
Lady Gaga Recruits U.Va. Bullying Expert
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
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.
1976: A Royal Visit
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
Can Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment Prevent Crime?
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Wrapped in Mystery
A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
