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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, a…
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 they’ve been stored…
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 the job…
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 began a…
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 the…
Letters to the Editor
Rather, Palin tried to explain, when ambushed by Katie Couric (Col ’79) in an “interview,” that the government of Alaska has trade missions with Russia and Canada and that the…
The Twelve Days of Winter Break
Happy Holidays from the University of Virginia Alumni Association.
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…
HIGHLIGHTS
Stacked Up
Doubling the capacity of the Ivy Stacks.
175 Years of Engineering
A few of the U.Va. engineers whose projects have touched our daily lives.
The Simple Things Said It All
On being in the first class of women.
Fighting Fire at the University
In 1828, the Board of Visitors created the University Fire Company.
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
Look Book
A brief history of fashion at U.Va.
Scientific Six Pack
Improve your putting, earn more money, increase your odds of survival and other topics U.Va. researchers are exploring.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
Costly Cartoons?
Fast-paced shows hurts executive function in children
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
14 Reasons to Love Charlottesville in Winter
