Department: Time Capsule
What is your strongest memory of student self-governance at UVA?
We asked UVA alumni to reflect on student self-governance. They mentioned the University Judiciary Committee, the Pep Band and more.
Spring 2026
What was your favorite student tradition when you were on Grounds?
Alumni reminisce about their favorite university traditions, from Lighting of the Lawn to Halloween festivities.
Winter 2025
What are your favorite memories of Alumni Hall?
With a complete overhaul of Alumni Hall on the way, we wanted to know alumni's favorite memories of the building.
Fall 2025
What was the most memorable class that you took just for fun?
From Introduction to Mindfulness to Archaeology of Virginia, alumni share memories of fun courses.
Summer 2025
’Hoo’s Your UVA Bestie?
Alumni share how they've maintained lifelong bonds that started on Grounds
Spring 2025
What was the kindest thing someone did for you at UVA?
From homecooked Sunday dinners to grief support and rides to the hospital
Winter 2024
What was the most important thing you brought to move-in?
From fans and dehumidifiers to Creole seasoning
Fall 2024
Back to the future: Readers remember the high-tech from their college days
From electric typewriters to the very first iPod, UVA alumni share memories of must-have tech
Summer 2024
What was your favorite outdoor activity at UVA?
As temperatures start to rise across the country, we asked alumni to remember their favorite ways to spend time outside at UVA.
Spring 2024
What is your most enduring memory of Alderman Library?
As Alderman Library prepares to reopen after a complete renovation, UVA alumni look back at their time studying—or not studying—among the Stacks.
Winter 2023
Who was your favorite professor at UVA?
With the start of a new academic year, we wanted to know about your favorite instructors—and what made them so special.
Fall 2023
What do you miss most about your time at UVA?
Spanning all generations, most submissions—including many here—spoke of the time spent with friends. Suffice it to say: You’re missed.
Summer 2023
What is the most spectacularly foolish thing you did on Grounds?
From riding on chalkboards to kidnapping a kangaroo, alumni share stories of their less-than-stellar judgment calls.
Spring 2023
What was your favorite hideout on Grounds?
From the Alderman Stacks to “The Cave” in Old Cabell Hall, alumni reveal their best secret spots at UVA.
Winter 2022
What was your most memorable job when you were at UVA?
From driving the Monticello tour bus to cleaning frog tanks
Summer/Fall 2022
What was your favorite cheap meal when you were on Grounds?
From grilled cheese to TV dinners, dining on a student budget.
Spring 2022
What was your favorite book while you were on Grounds?
From Hemingway to Gabriel Garcia Marquez, the books alumni could not put down.
Winter 2021
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.
Fall 2021
Then Trending: UVA fashion over the years
We asked alumni about the notable fashions from their days on Grounds. Here’s what they said.
Summer 2021
Groovin’ on Grounds
When we asked alumni about their favorite college-year bands, the answers ran the gamut. Here’s a selection.
Spring 2021