Topic: The University
Catching Up on Getting In
In the first admission cycle since the University eliminated its binding early-decision program, the staff of the Office of Admission received a pleasant surprise.
Winter 2008
Bookmarked: A Sampler of UVA Blogs
Winter 2008
Deep Rooted
What makes UVA such a special setting? The bricks and columns are nice, to be sure. But the trees around Grounds also deserve their due for the life, color and character they bring to the University.
Winter 2008
Green Thumbs Up
It’s not easy being green, but UVA is getting higher marks for its environmentally friendly programs.
Winter 2008
Holding Steady
In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, the University of Virginia’s standing remains the same as last year’s: second among national public universities and 23rd among all American colleges and universities.
Winter 2008
Troubling Signs
A short-lived ban on signs at Scott Stadium this fall raised the hackles of fans—particularly among students—and drew darts from pundits across the nation.
Winter 2008
Something for Everyone
Navigating the carnival-like atmosphere of the Student Activities Fair is an annual rite of passage for newly arrived first years.
Winter 2008
Home Sweet Home
Residents call it "the O-Hilton." It’s still dormitory-style housing, but given its many amenities and commanding views of Grounds, the new $18.8 million Kellogg House feels more like a hotel, according to its denizens.
Winter 2008
Say Hello to the Future
A number of key leadership positions have been filled in recent months around Grounds. The following is a brief introduction to the people who will help guide the University in coming years.
Fall 2008
Letters to the Editor
Fall 2008
Surrounded by History
President Casteen discusses the past and future of some of the University's historic buildings.
Summer 2008
News Briefs
Summer 2008
Cartoon Flaps
A cartoon that caused an uproar after its publication in the student newspaper last year was at the center of another wave of controversy this spring.
Summer 2008
Letters to the Editor
Summer 2008
Letters to the Editor
Spring 2008
News Briefs
The Medical Center receives accolades for cardiovascular care, admissions has another record-breaking year and more.
Spring 2008
Swelling Ranks
UVA supplies more Peace Corps volunteers than any other university in its class.
Spring 2008
The Second Half
Spring 2008
Ridley airs on PBS
Spring 2008
Two for One
Spring 2008
News Briefs
Winter 2007
Bookmarked
Winter 2007
Building the Sciences
Winter 2007