What the 2004 tsunami can tell us about animal communications
The Dec. 26, 2004, earthquake resulted in a human death toll of a quarter million people, but few animals perished. Drawing on his pioneering research about elephant behavior, Michael Garstang, an emeritus professor of environmental sciences at UVA, is on the hunt to find out why.
UVA changing misperceptions, behavior with social norms campaign
All UVA students are heavy drinkers, right? Wrong. The National Social Norms Institute at UVA addresses common misperceptions.
The Virginia Magazine Photo Contest
The contest sought photographs that captured the spirit of the University. Pictures from alumni, faculty and students rolled in, and the judges have picked the best of the bunch.
A look at the University’s shady side
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.
Map collection charts course of understanding
Did you know Virginia was once believec to be only a 10-day march from the Sea of China? An exhibit at the Special Collections Library shows how views of North America evolved as navigation, printing and cartography advanced.
New book offers a fictional account grounded in fact
Nick Taylor’s debut novel, The Disagreement, is set at the University’s Medical School during the tumult of the Civil War.
In the footsteps of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Howard Scherry’s life direction was determined early on, when as a student he encountered the words of the legendary aviator and author.
The University's unique relationship with an ancient culture
The people and culture of Tibet have been a part of the UVA community for decades, and a new center provides a fresh link to an area of growing international focus.
A look within the University’s operations
At an institution as large as UVA, it’s easy to forget that it consists of many individually moving parts. We profile a few of the 13,500 employees who keep the University humming every day.
Alumni talk about a life of combat
We spoke with alumni in the military about their experiences. They range from infantrymen and aviators to doctors, engineers and chaplains.
Cavalier Band builds tradition from ground up
Cavalier Band builds tradition from ground up
Student leadership, always at the heart of UVA's band, is helping guide the group to a new level.
For Professor Stephen Macko, a simple strand of hair can be surprisingly revealing
Through isotopic hair analysis, environmental sciences professor Stephen Macko can tell what his students ate for breakfast and what Oetzi the iceman enjoyed during an ancient repast.
Armed with new skills, Monica Groves (Col ’04) returns to scene of documentary
After a rocky first year in an Atlanta school, Groves decided to put her Harvard master's degree to work in the community that first helped her.
The serenity of UVA's cemetery belies a colorful past
Among the headstones can be found stories of grave robbers, misadventure and celebrated University mascots.
Professor raises questions as technology hurtles us forward
Rosalyn Berne (Col ’79, Grad ’99) looks at the rapid pace of change and asks researchers and students alike about the shape of the future.
Brit Hume reflects on his life in the media
This veteran reporter weighs in on how American culture has changed, his days at the University and suggestions that FOX News has a right-wing agenda.
The problems of a culture short on shuteye
At UVA's Sleep Disorders Center, researchers chart the widely misunderstood territory where we spend a third of our lives.
Enduring Principle, Changing Times
The 'community of trust' traces its origins to the first students, but the Honor System has taken some twists and turns over the years.
The growing environmental sensibility on Grounds
Though the pace of change might not suit everyone, UVA is moving toward a greener future on many fronts.
We profile five emerging writers, all alumni of UVA’s creative writing program who are celebrating the recent publication of their first book.
UVA's creative writing program ranks in the top tier nationally. We profile five graduates of this esteemed program who are celebrating their publishing debuts.
What is clean water worth?
When Kenda Mutongi (Grad ’93, ’96), a history professor at Williams College, returned to her village in Kenya to organize the digging of a well, she met unexpected resistance.