Emily Swallow (Col '01) says she loves being part of newest Star Wars show, which “brings so much joy.”

President Ryan looks at how UVA hopes to represent the best in higher education.

Rita Dove and one of her former students demonstrate the dominance of the Creative Writing program.

The alumna thrives on bringing unseen and undiscovered masterpieces to light.

Ryan Ho shares his insights on the growing trends of team building.

Douglas Smith (Col ’86) was the eyes for a blind Japanese sailor’s second attempt to sail non-stop from San Diego to Fukushima.

Catch up on some of the latest reads from alumni and faculty authors.

Editor S. Richard Gard Jr. provides a preview of the Winter magazine.

Jia Tolentino (Col ’09) ponders culture and complicity in her bestselling book.

President Jenifer G. Andrasko (Darden ’10) and Marcus Martin Jr. (Col ’02) share how the Ridley Scholarship Fund invests in African-American students.

Readers share their thoughts on past issues.

The Rotunda as a planetarium? Three graduate students bring Jefferson’s original vision to life.

Enjoy some creative Wahoo loyalty as seen on license plates.

We’re excited to share our good news. Virginia Magazine is a finalist for nine national editorial and design awards in publishing’s big “Folio: Show” in New York this October.

President Ryan presents a brief overview of the goals and strategies of his strategic plan, approved in August.

The hidden nurses who helped integrate UVA Hospital received certificates when they graduated in the 1950s, but weren’t recognized as alumni until recently.