1950s
Sept. 20, 1950
“4,026 Register In All Departments of University For Coming Semesters”
This article reports on the University’s registration analytics at a time when the University exclusively enrolled men. In 1950, U.Va. was seeing an overall decrease in enrollment, with most departments seeing a drop in numbers, which was believed to be a result of fewer men receiving money under the G.I. Bill. However, the numbers were expected to increase slightly through late enrollment, which required a late fee of only $5.
1960s
Sept. 1, 1964
“The Choice of College”
The Cavalier Daily’s Sept. 1, 1964 issue was geared towards first year students and contained articles offering readers an introduction to University life and traditions. These articles included introductions to the Honor system and dining options on Grounds, as well as letters from Student Council and the Honor Committee.
1970s
Sept. 3, 1975
“Four New Buildings Open”
By Majorie Leedy
Photos by Bud Johnson
In the Fall of 1975, students could look forward to the completed construction of four buildings on grounds, including the Health Sciences Library, the Judge Advocate General’s School, the Colgate Darden Graduate School of Business Administration and Lambeth Field. The apartments built on Lambeth Field were in high demand with many students seeking housing, but even with its construction completed, it only made a small dent in the waitlist.
1980s
Sept. 2, 1980
“Ducking the geeks”
By Jim Cammisa
Jim Cammissa, former copy editor for The Cavalier Daily and fourth-year College student, offered a humorous list of the bizarre characters and experiences students beginning their time at the University could expect from their first year on Grounds. Cammissa cited water fights and stereo owners playing music at an unbearably loud volume in their dorm as two such phenomena.
1990s
August 24, 1996
“Times Change”
By Luther Blandford Pilkinton
Cartoon by Stefany Tweed
This article recounts impactful changes to the University that incoming first-year students were lucky to have received. The bookstore was not only expanded but also no longer required students to hang up their backpacks before entering. Previously, students had to register for classes in person; now, students are able to do it over the phone. Old Cabell Hall construction was finished, and like each year, the University’s prestige and reputation continued to grow.
2000s
Aug. 22, 2009
“Something to Talk About”
By Lisa Littman
Photos by Thomas Lynch
This article looked ahead to the 2009 Welcome Back Block Party, a back-to-school event hosted by the University Programs Council. This year’s event featured a performance from the DJ Girl Talk, a heavily-anticipated show that UPC organizers said they hoped would offer a fun, alcohol-free space for first-year students to connect before the semester begins.
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