Grounds in the snow

Grounds in the snow — Photo by Dan Addison, c/o UVA Public Affairs

Highlights

From the Editor: Coverage in a Breakneck News Cycle

Editor Judy Lê previews the Spring 2026 issue.

UVA introduces new women’s basketball coach

Aaron Roussell comes from the University of Richmond, where he coached for seven seasons.

Old music, new crowds: UVA’s cover band scene

Shows performed by cover bands make up their own corner of the student social scene and can be found in basements, yards, fraternity houses and bars.

New Virginia law would target politics in university governance after turbulent year at UVA

The measure would change board appointments, curb partisan influence and reinforce academic freedom following leadership upheaval at UVA