Topic: The University
BOV Changes
New rector Rusty Conner (Col class of ’78, Law class of ’81) is one of several people in a new role on the University’s Board of Visitors.
Fall 2017
Fighting Fire with Fellowship
The UVA community reclaims a higher Grounds, seeking to supplant images of angry torch-bearers with scenes of peace.
August 17, 2017
An Outpouring Pours In
A small sampling of alumni reactions to the August 2017 violence in Charlottesville.
August 17, 2017
When Hate Came to Town
Officials, alumni condemn violence in the name of hate on Grounds and in town.
Fall 2017
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.
August 16, 2017
A note to the UVA Alumni community
UVA Alumni Association President Jenifer Andrasko comments on recent events in Charlottesville.
August 12, 2017
Presidential History
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.
June 29, 2017
Integrating from Behind the Scenes
A look at the quiet effectiveness of Paul Saunier, an administrator who helped desegregate UVA.
Summer 2017
Politics, by Any Other Name
Coy Barefoot (Grad class of '97) recounts how the University had to overcome determined opposition to come into existence.
Summer 2017
A Fund for the Future
President Teresa Sullivan says Michael White (Col class of ’81) is an example of a generous alum who has remained “steadfast” in the effort to help keep the University diverse.
Summer 2017
News Briefs
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.
Summer 2017
Jefferson Medalists Speak
This year’s Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medalists include a former U.S. Attorney General and a world-renowned entrepreneur.
Summer 2017
Four Questions for BOV student member Bryanna Miller
Bryanna Miller (Col class of ’18) discusses the challenges awaiting as she takes over as the new Board of Visitors student member.
Summer 2017
Unquoting Jefferson
At the University of Virginia, the postelection ignited a distinctly UVA form of protest: an outbreak of remarkably civil discourse about Thomas Jefferson.
Spring 2017
Thomas Jefferson’s Prayer for the Future
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.
Spring 2017
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.
Spring 2017
News Briefs
Julian Bond and Marcus Martin honored with named professorships; Tom Walls named director of the Sorensen Institute.
Spring 2017
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.
Spring 2017
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.
Spring 2017
Why UVA Is All They Ever Talk About
Economics Professor Kenneth G. Elzinga reflects on the characteristic of UVA graduates who seem to keep talking about their University experiences even after entering the workplace.
Winter 2016
Investing in UVA’s Third Century
President Teresa A. Sullivan articulates plans for the Universities third century, while preparing to celebrate the achievements of the past 200 years.
Winter 2016
Hire Ed
As up to 30 percent of UVA faculty prepare for retirement, the University prepares new hiring methods to fill the vacancies.
Winter 2016