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(01/30/13 5:07am)
When we returned from winter break to find there was a new taco joint in town, we were elated. Especially when we realized it had replaced Big Dawgz, as we both hate hot dogs and thought of the yellow sign as more of an eyesore than an enticement. But tacos? Who doesn’t like tacos? Then we realized this creates a dilemma. When we’re craving the Tex-Mex, do we do new Two Guys Tacos, or one of the old staples like Qdoba, Baja Bean Co., or El Jaripeo? Life’s tough, we know.
(01/22/13 2:55am)
Let’s face it, we’re all annoyed by the hassle of University construction, but we were excited to see if University Dining could really serve up something edible after its culinary overhaul. University Dining has recently undergone several changes, from constructing a temporary dining tent, which was disassembled a bit too quickly to seem safe, to transforming Newcomb into an alleged top-tier dining hall. But perhaps its most exciting new option is serving up food In the Nood.
(08/28/12 6:27am)
Charlottesville is defined by its monumental attractions: Monticello, the Downtown Mall and the University of Virginia to name a few. These attractions are must-sees for any student, resident or tourist. But it is Charlottesville’s lesser-known venues that make it into the special place it is.
To check out many of Charlottesville’s secret treasures, here’s an ideal schedule for exploring local restaurants, landscapes, culture and history:
(01/25/12 9:56am)
When it comes to fashion at the University, one organization dominates. Fashion Artistic and Musical Expression brings the runway to Grounds every semester, showing off the design and modeling skills of University students at its shows.
(01/18/12 6:38am)
For years students have heard them perform on Grounds, clad in floppy bathrobes and crooning their way into our hearts. This year, the Hullabahoos will jump out of the University's concert halls and onto the big screen in the comedy "Pitch Perfect."
(11/16/11 6:05am)
Halloween may have already passed, but you can still find students running around on fabricated broomsticks. Don't be alarmed - they are part of the University's brand-new Quidditch program.
(11/01/11 4:49am)
How long have you been working at the University?\nThis is my second year.
(10/19/11 6:14am)
At age 18, fourth-year Engineering student Imran Khan was diagnosed with Friedreich's Ataxia, a degenerative neuro-muscular disorder. Imran explained that he has been struggling to fight the consequences of this disorder since then.
(10/04/11 4:00am)
People often refer to giving blood as the gift of life. But the process by which that gift is delivered is often ignored, shrouded in mystery. In that vein, Red Cross Marketing Associate Stephanie Stay explained for The Cavalier Daily the four-step process blood donations go through on their path to a new body.
(09/21/11 4:19am)
Twins have been the subject of study for years as scientists search for the answer to the never-ending debate of "nature versus nurture." Psychology Profs. Eric Turkheimer and Robert Emery are taking their twin study in a slightly different direction, however.
(09/14/11 6:26pm)
If students needed yet another Internet venue to peruse in an effort to procrastinate on schoolwork, they have found it through blogging.
(09/07/11 6:20am)
He strolls by parking lot tailgates on his bay thoroughbred horse, circles the field at every home football game and excites fans all across the stadium to cheer on their team. But who exactly is this man behind the Cavalier regalia? What about his stunning horse?
(08/24/11 4:29am)
The Corner became a little more international July 22 when the "Fabulously British" clothing store, "Jack Wills University Outfitters," opened its doors. The business, located at 1411 University Avenue, replaced the local grocery store, "The Corner Market," which went out of business in May after 30 years of operation.
(04/28/11 5:33am)
For most students, when finals roll around, good diets usually take a backseat to food and drinks that quickly satisfy hunger or temporarily raise energy levels. But the best choices for staying alert are often healthier snacks and earlier morning study sessions.
(04/14/11 5:29am)
University students are dedicated in everything they do, whether it is academics, leadership, athletics - or even going out to bars. This is especially true for those students who have participated in The Virginian's "Earn the Shirt" contest in the hopes of becoming a member of "The Virginian Elite."
(04/07/11 5:32am)
It is not uncommon for students to contemplate the impact they will have on the world, but for some these thoughts are more than just a hazy idea of post-graduate plans. Members of the Jefferson Public Citizens program are devising ways to improve life in Charlottesville as well as many other communities abroad.
(03/25/11 5:48am)
Still in the prime of their youth, going bald is not something that happens to many college students. But every year a small group of students give up their cherished locks for a bigger cause by participating in St. Baldrick's Foundation's Charlottesville event. On "St. Baldrick's Day" volunteers are invited to shave their heads to raise money for childhood cancer research. This year, six students shared their reasons for participating in the unusual fundraiser.
(03/16/11 5:34am)
Engineering students are often maligned for the stereotype that they only care about issues of math and science, displaying little to no interest in the arts. Those who subscribe to this misconception should reconsider upon visiting the only on-Grounds art gallery specifically for the artwork of Engineering students.
(02/24/11 7:09am)
Months after Lady Gaga rocked Jones Paul Jones Arena with her poker face, University students will have the chance to bring their own steely gaze to the table. By participating in the third annual "Hold 'em for Hunger" Texas Hold 'em tournament, students can gamble for a good cause.
(02/17/11 7:47am)
With its neon colors, hanging dice, surround sound and flat-screen TVs, the Wahooptie certainly isn't your average cab. Wahooptie even claims to be "the best taxi service in Charlottesville. Period," according to its website.