That Good Old Stuff of Wahoowa
The keepsakes that cheer our hearts, warm our blood and fill our closets
From surgical tools to old-school parking tags and concert passes, these quirky keepsakes represent UVA to nine alumni and their families.
What was your favorite cheap meal when you were on Grounds?
From grilled cheese to TV dinners, dining on a student budget.
What was your favorite book while you were on Grounds?
From Hemingway to Gabriel Garcia Marquez, the books alumni could not put down.
Hot Trax
Alumni remember Charlottesville venue that launched Dave Matthews Band, others
For two decades, the hot, sticky, beer-soaked roadhouse where Dave Matthews Band began its rise to stardom drew big-name acts and packed houses.
What was your favorite movie while you were on Grounds?
From across the decades, the flicks that resonated most with alumni during their time on Grounds.
Groovin’ on Grounds
Alumni share their favorite college-year bands
When we asked alumni about their favorite college-year bands, the answers ran the gamut. Here’s a selection.
Mortarboard messages stand out from the crowds
When it comes to walking the Lawn, some students wear their hearts on their caps.
Scooters are a fast-growing trend on Grounds. Get up to speed.
Electric scooters have become a major UVA phenomenon. We have the numbers to prove it.
Infrequently Asked Questions
We’ve got answers, even if nobody was asking.
Even if you’re not physically strolling the Lawn, let this list of UVA fun facts bring you back, in multiple small ways, to life on Grounds.
