Elizabeth Alexander read her poem “Praise Song for the Day” at the presidential inauguration on the steps of the Capitol on Jan. 20, 2009. Less than two months later, she was at the University, where she read a selection of her poetry, gave a craft talk and met with young poets to critique their work.
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A guide to U.Va.'s student societies.
In the twilight of his life, Jefferson began exploring his faith and deepening his understanding of the Bible and Christianity.
On July 10, Queen Elizabeth toured the Academical Village, where 18,000 people watched her stroll down the Lawn.
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
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.
Two documentaries portray challenging journeys and the importance of family
The Batten School was created to develop 'challengers of the status quo.'
Lady Gaga's lofty goal and a Foundation stacked with experts well-suited to help achieve it.
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.
Set designer Lisi Stoessel (Col '06, Grad '08) creates fantastical places.
Why U.Va. students are teaching Russian literature at a juvenile correctional center
Listen to six innovative albums by 15 must-hear alumni musicians.
A biology student explains a U.Va. professor's new experimental animal
Last October, the 7 billionth person on the planet was born. Professors explain the dynamics of the population boom and demographic transition.
U.Va. athletes play vital role in Team USA’s path to No. 1
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