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(02/03/25 5:01am)
The value of human connection is deeply ingrained in the University, from the history of student self-governance to the annual Lighting of the Lawn. During February, that value can sometimes get overshadowed by Valentine’s Day festivities, but celebrations of love and connection need not be strictly romantic. Every relationship we build shapes who we become— often in ways we might never have imagined. Reading is magical in the way it allows you to live in other people’s lives, if only for a brief moment, making it the perfect medium to explore themes of interconnection. These three novels, although their plots differ widely, offer a lens into the intricate complexities and beauty of everyday life, reminding us that we are never as alone as we may think we are.
(02/03/25 2:06am)
Freshman Rafael Jódar fired his second serve, the game tied at 40. There was some spin on it — just enough to pull the opponent, the No. 3-ranked singles player in the nation, off his spot and give Jódar the advantage he needed. A quick rally ensued before Jódar put the ball away, pumped his fist and celebrated his win with a triumphant shout.
(02/10/25 3:45pm)
The work of one of the University’s most notorious artists is not found on a canvas, in a gallery or hung on a wall. Instead, the tattoo art of fourth-year College student Sophia Indebetouw can be seen around Grounds and across Charlottesville if one knows where, and on whom, to look. Indebetouw has established herself as a prolific, innovative, creative body artist who has redefined common conceptions of the medium and its expectations.
(02/11/25 9:19pm)
After a long eight months since its last game, Virginia baseball will begin the season by participating in the inaugural Puerto Rico Invitational Challenge Feb.14-16. Hosted by the cities of Ponce and Mayagüez, the tournament will feature eight high-level collegiate baseball programs playing in the new highly-anticipated round-robin competition.
(02/02/25 7:37pm)
It was the final minute of the game Sunday — Virginia was up by a mere three points, and Syracuse was frantically looking for an opportunity to tie the game. One missed three-point shot came after another, and with a reach-in foul ending the game, the fate of the teams was decided. The Cavaliers (12-11, 4-7 ACC) stole a victory at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, N.Y., while the Orange (8-13, 2-8) were left speechless.
(02/02/25 2:04pm)
The Charlottesville Police Department responded to a report of shots fired on the 900 block of Page Street at 12:36 a.m. Sunday, according to a safety advisory email sent by Timothy Longo, chief of the University Police Department and associate vice president for safety and security. The location of the incident is approximately a 15-minute walk from central Grounds.
(02/02/25 7:03pm)
The No. 11 Virginia women’s golf team traveled to Guadalajara, Mexico Friday to participate in the two-day, three-round Collegiate Invitational at Jalisco Country Club. The team faced off against 10 other schools, including No 12 Florida State, No. 23 TCU and No. 25 Houston. The Cavaliers finished third at three-over-par, despite entering as the highest-ranked team in the field. Florida State captured the victory at 10-under, while TCU came in a distant second at four-under.
(02/10/25 5:00pm)
Many pet-loving students at the University must either cope with being separated from their beloved family pets or simply look forward to getting one after they graduate. However, with their newfound college independence, some University students decide to take care of furry friends while pursuing their studies. From owning a dog to adopting a cat, having a pet in college requires a significant commitment, but these pet owners say that it improves their mental health and helps them feel increased connection with people around them.
(02/02/25 12:47am)
When graduate student Mylyjael Poteat missed two free throws with only six seconds left on the clock, John Paul Jones Arena roared, then quickly went quiet as junior guard Andrew Rohde received the ball to take the last shot. Virginia’s comeback had started slowly, but late-game heroics and just enough luck willed the team back into the game against its biggest rival in Virginia Tech.
(02/02/25 2:36am)
No. 5 Virginia suffered its first loss of the season Saturday, falling 4-2 to No. 7 Michigan at the Boar’s Head Sports Club in Charlottesville. Despite a strong start in doubles, the Cavaliers (6-1, 0-0) were unable to carry the momentum into singles play, where they were overpowered by the Wolverines (3-0, 0-0 Big 10), struggling with unforced errors on their way to a third consecutive loss to Michigan.
(02/03/25 1:00pm)
1950sFebruary 7, 1958“University Student Is Overseas Date Bureau”By Buzz RingleBill Bartsch, a third year graduate student, put a notice for penpals in a Swedish magazine while studying in University of Stockholm as a Fullbright scholar. Having forgotten about it, he was surprised to find hundreds of letters from interested women when he returned to the University. Overwhelmed by the response, he sought the help of his fellow students to take some of the women off of his hands.1960sFeb. 3, 1965“Gravitation calculation attempted” Professors of physics and aerospace engineering began work on a project examining gravitational phenomena, backed by a $100,000 grant from NASA. The professors, who aimed to measure gravitational attraction over time, hoped to measure the gravitational constant on Earth with new levels of precision.1970s February 6, 1976 “University – 1914” No Author
(02/06/25 5:00pm)
The Contemplative Commons, a space dedicated to integrating themes of nature, art and technology, piloted its diverse programming this past semester following its soft opening Aug. 26, 2024. The grand opening of the Commons, set for April 4-6, will celebrate and promote the growth of the space in the University and local community.
(02/03/25 2:00am)
About 20 percent of adults suffer from some form of smell and taste disorders, according to Dr. Jose Mattos, co-director of the University’s new Center for Smell and Taste and associate professor of Otolaryngology. Launched Jan. 17, the new center will aim to treat a wide variety of these disorders, particularly anosmia and ageusia — the total loss of smell or taste.
(02/01/25 1:29pm)
After dropping its first two ACC matches by a combined 53 points, to NC State and Stanford, Virginia wrestling returned to the road when it traveled down to Blacksburg to take on Virginia Tech. The Cavaliers (4-4, 0-3 ACC) struggled yet again and fell 36-3 to the Hokies (6-2, 2-1 ACC).
(02/01/25 4:25am)
No. 5 Virginia entered Friday night’s home match against No. 3 Ohio State hungry for a win. Both teams came in undefeated, with the visitors not having lost a single point on the season.
(02/01/25 4:01pm)
During Tuesday’s meeting, Student Council passed a resolution to extend the deadline for Student Evaluations of Teaching, which is an optional survey that the University releases at the end of each semester to gain student feedback on courses. Additionally, Student Council heard an update on funding from Valentina Mendoza Gonzalez, president of Student Council and fourth-year College student, and an update on Monday night’s Spring Activities Fair from Ryan Bowers, vice president for organizations and fourth-year Commerce student.
(01/31/25 8:34pm)
The Honor Committee met Sunday for its second meeting of the spring semester, during which it discussed Honor Week plans and approved two bylaw proposals one of which is designed to increase case efficiency and the second of which works to establish an attendance policy for Representatives and support officers.
(02/01/25 3:34pm)
If he never watched a game, or if he somehow missed the years of national discourse, freshman forward Jacob Cofie knew it from the recruiting conversations. Defense. Virginia plays defense.
(01/31/25 5:07am)
With just 25.5 seconds remaining Thursday at Miami, senior forward Latasha Lattimore swatted away a potential go-ahead layup from graduate forward Cameron Williams, protecting Virginia’s 74-73 lead. With a second chance, the Hurricanes (13-8, 3-7 ACC) tried their luck in the paint with Williams once again, only to be denied by Lattimore for the second time in as many attempts.
(01/31/25 4:33am)
At a University event Tuesday entitled “The Future of Peace and Democracy in the Middle East,” Thomas Friedman, a three-time Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times foreign affairs columnist, and Salam Fayyad, former prime minister of the Palestinian Authority, examined the state of leadership and the potential for peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The discussion covered the viability of a two-state solution, the role of Hamas and the influence of international actors, including President Donald Trump.
