Rolling Stone settles with Phi Kappa Psi
The UVA chapter accepted a $1.65 million payout, marking the end of litigation.
Party of the Centuries
Bicentennial launch to draw thousands
October’s Bicentennial Launch Celebration figures to be one heck of a party.
More New Institutes Tackle Global Issues
Training the next generation to think outside of their disciplines is a goal of the UVA Global Infectious Diseases Institute and the Environmental Resilience Institute.
Enslaved Laborers Memorial Approved
The Freedom Ring memorial, a representation of the University’s relationship with slavery, is expected to be completed by the Bicentennial in 2019.
BOV Changes
New rector Rusty Conner (Col ’78, Law ’81) is one of several people in a new role on the University’s Board of Visitors.
Letters to the Editor
Fall 2017
Readers share their thoughts on past issues.
Fighting Fire with Fellowship
The UVA community reclaims a higher Grounds, seeking to supplant images of angry torch-bearers with scenes of peace.
An Outpouring Pours In
A small sampling of alumni reactions to the August 2017 violence in Charlottesville.
When Hate Came to Town
University community comes together after supremacists march on Rotunda, wreak havoc downtown
Officials, alumni condemn violence in the name of hate on Grounds and in town.
Summer on Grounds
When all goes well, life at UVA in the summer is quiet. But that doesn’t mean things aren’t happening. Here’s a snapshot of some of what happened on Grounds this summer.
A note to the UVA Alumni community
UVA Alumni Association President Jenifer Andrasko comments on recent events in Charlottesville.
Presidential History
A look back at those who led UVA
As the Board of Visitors searches for the University’s ninth president, take a look back at the first eight—the challenges they faced and their lasting imprints.
Integrating from Behind the Scenes
The legacy of Paul Saunier, a deft hand in turbulent times
A look at the quiet effectiveness of Paul Saunier, an administrator who helped desegregate UVA.
Politics, by Any Other Name
Why Jefferson chose “Central College” over center stage
Coy Barefoot (Grad '97) recounts how the University had to overcome determined opposition to come into existence.
A Fund for the Future
President Teresa Sullivan says Michael White (Col ’81) is an example of a generous alum who has remained “steadfast” in the effort to help keep the University diverse.
News Briefs
Summer 2017
Virginia’s Curry School of Education climbs in the rankings; a new student center opens on the Corner; and a Grammy Award-winning producer visits Grounds.
Jefferson Medalists Speak
This year’s Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medalists include a former U.S. Attorney General and a world-renowned entrepreneur.
Four Questions for BOV student member Bryanna Miller
Bryanna Miller (Col ’18) discusses the challenges awaiting as she takes over as the new Board of Visitors student member.
Letters to the Editor
Summer 2017
Readers share their thoughts on past issues.
Unquoting Jefferson
A UVA petition against quoting Thomas Jefferson grabbed headlines. Here’s the story behind them.
At the University of Virginia, the postelection ignited a distinctly UVA form of protest: an outbreak of remarkably civil discourse about Thomas Jefferson.
Thomas Jefferson’s Prayer for the Future
A look back at his forward-looking mission for the University
The Magazine kicks off its series of retrospective pieces commemorating the UVA Bicentennial with a look back at Jefferson's dreams for his University’s future.
Alumni Helping Us Build a Better UVA
In a national Gallup survey, UVA’s young alumni beat national averages in well-being, workplace engagement and emotional connection to their alma mater.
News Briefs
Spring 2017
Julian Bond and Marcus Martin honored with named professorships; Tom Walls named director of the Sorensen Institute.
Cutting Carbon
A partnership with Dominion Virginia Power will provide electricity to the University from a new solar farm in King William County, cutting UVA’s carbon footprint by 11 percent.
Sullivan Stepping Down
UVA’s first female president is ready to pass the torch and return to teaching. The search committee hopes to find her successor by August 2018.
