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Presidential Treatment

Presidential Treatment

After studying at perhaps the most architecturally famous school in America, a number of UVA graduates have gone on to work at presidential places and end up preserving more than just buildings.

Fall 2015

Difference Maker: Rob Marsh

Difference Maker: Rob Marsh

Since leaving a career in the U.S. Army, Rob Marsh (Col class of '78) has devoted his life to serving as a country doctor in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

Summer 2015

The Shocking Truth

The Shocking Truth

UVA psychology professor Timothy D. Wilson conducted a study that found that people would rather be shocked than be alone with their thoughts.

February 24, 2015

Monticello Redux

Monticello Redux

A centenarian in Somers, Connecticut, has built a replica of Monticello next to his own estate.

February 19, 2015

Do the Robot

Do the Robot

In her lab in UVA’s Olsson Hall, Amy LaViers, assistant professor in systems and information engineering, can make robots dance.

October 21, 2014

Is Winning Everything?

Is Winning Everything?

Media studies professor Shilpa Davé looks at ideas of competition, from The Hunger Games and America's Got Talent to college admissions and spelling bees.

Fall 2014