The Cavalier Daily
Serving the University Community Since 1890

VIDEO: Increasing Student Space in the Rotunda

Student access remains one of the largest focuses during recent renovations

<p></p>

Sarita Herman, Rotunda Project Coordinator for UVA Facilities Management, emphasizes the importance of opening up Rotunda spaces for student use in the current renovation project.

Updates include classrooms for use by the College, new study spaces in the dome room, and updated classroom technology throughout the building.

For more on this project see:

Past video coverage of the Rotunda renovation

Photos from our most recent trip inside the Rotunda site

Local Savings

Puzzles
Hoos Spelling

Latest Podcast

The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.