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From the Publisher: This Place Belongs to You

May 19, 2026

UVA Alumni Association president Lily West

Aggarwal Hall will open its doors in less than a year, and excitement is already building for the Alumni Association’s return to Emmet Street.

From a “topping out” ceremony marking the placement of the structure’s final steel beam, to hard-hat tours for volunteer leaders, to construction site open houses during signature events, alumni are already making Aggarwal Hall feel like home. As they should.

From the individuals and groups of alumni who have already come together to name the building’s premier spaces, to Hoos on the construction team bringing the project to life, to countless members of our remarkable community who have stayed engaged through events and updates—this place belongs to you.

We can’t wait to share our continued progress with you in the months ahead. In the meantime, see how Aggarwal Hall is taking shape below.

Wahoowa!

Lily West signature

Lily West (Darden class of ’12)
President & CEO

Collage of photos of Aggarwal Hall construction
Aggarwal Hall construction
Collage of photos of Aggarwal Hall construction