BATTS & LYON: It’s time to celebrate forgiveness by listening to the six chapel bells ring
At 12:30 p.m. on February 14th, six consecutive chimes will ring from the carillon of the Chapel at the University followed by the Good Ol’ Song. The ringing of the Chapel bells traditionally signifies the occurrence of notable events and moments of remembrance at U.Va., including the inauguration of our university presidents, historic athletic wins and the deaths of members of the 7 Society. The six chimes Thursday will be no exception. As the University continues to celebrate its Bicentennial and reflect upon the Honor System’s 177 years of existence, the Chapel bells will ring to recognize and celebrate the six years since the institution of the Informed Retraction. For the first time, the Informed Retraction introduced a degree of forgiveness to the Honor System for reported students.