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Student leaders hope incoming Board members will increase transparency and stability

The resignations of five Board of Visitors members and the subsequent appointment of 10 new members Jan. 17 by Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) was characterized by several University student leaders as relieving. Some students also said the previous Board acted with malfeasance, and expressed their gratitude for Spanberger’s appointments which, according to the students, are more bipartisan in their political views than former members. 

Virginia’s new-look starting lineup packs plenty of punch in the field and at the plate

Virginia softball’s 2025 campaign ended with a loss to North Florida in the NCAA Regionals. Even with the season at its end, the losses did not cease — that final defeat marked the last time a number of program cornerstones would step up to the plate in the orange and blue. 

Student survey highlights favoritism in club recruitment

Out-of-state students at the University reported feeling disproportionately disadvantaged during club recruitment compared to in-state students, according to a survey released to approximately 4,000 second-year students Oct. 8 by Student Council second-year College representative Hayden Matay. The survey aimed to examine perceptions of competitiveness, favoritism and accessibility within student organizations. Out-of-state respondents were far more likely to agree that club involvement depends on personal connections rather than individual qualifications. 

Jones searches for new University counsel, decries political “assaults” on universities

Attorney General Jay Jones (D) announced Jan. 23 that his office would initiate a “national talent search” as he hires new counsel to represent and advise the University and its leaders in legal matters. The statement said Jones’ office posted the job listing across several higher education professional associations to attract the “brightest” candidates to serve as chief legal counsel for Virginia’s universities. 

Poppy treads water on her new album ‘Empty Hands’

Few artists have had a career trajectory as fascinating as Poppy’s. A decade ago, she was making surreal, viral YouTube videos and satirical pop songs under the persona of a sinister android. Today, she is one of the biggest names in modern metal with two Grammy nominations under her belt and a jam-packed schedule touring alongside industry giants like Avenged Sevenfold and Linkin Park. Her meteoric rise can be attributed to albums like “I Disagree” and, more recently, “Negative Spaces,” which released at the end of 2024 and established her as a powerhouse in the alternative music scene. 

Mini Crosswords: Week of Jan. 26

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Joint comedy student group performance proves that ‘Good Things Come in Threes’

The Incident, Amuse Bouche and The Whethermen joined forces Friday in Warner Hall for their semesterly tradition — a free, three-group comedy show. Aptly titling the show “Good Things Come in Threes,” the three groups each brought their own unique humor to the performance over a hilarious evening.

Crossword — January 26

High expectations and hard questions — can Virginia softball deliver in 2026?

Virginia softball is coming off a winning season, filled with several player and team accomplishments. On the eve of its 46th season, they are ranked by multiple polling outlets and expectations are rather high — will the Cavaliers be able to live up to these expectations?     

State lawmakers respond to Board resignations and Spanberger’s new appointees

Five members of the University’s Board of Visitors resigned Jan. 16 at the request of Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D), clearing the way for the newly inaugurated governor to appoint 10 new members shortly after taking office Jan. 17. The resignations prompted reactions from state lawmakers amid ongoing tensions regarding the Board’s governance.

Cavaliers fall 31–9 as Stanford controls opening moments

Saturday brought a blizzard of “earlies” to Charlottesville. With a snowstorm bearing down, schedules shifted and start times accelerated. Both Virginia wrestling and the men's basketball team found themselves competing hours ahead of schedule. But for the wrestling team, that theme of earliness proved prophetic in the worst way. Against Stanford, the wrestler who struck first won every single bout, and the Cavaliers found themselves playing catch-up from the opening whistle in a 31-9 defeat.

Virginia women’s basketball’s comeback falls short versus NC State in overtime nail-biter

If there is one obstacle the Cavaliers have yet to overcome this season, it is sustaining momentum. Coming off a 38-point home win against Pittsburgh on Thursday, Sunday presented a chance to build on that success and showcase the roster’s talent.

No. 2 Virginia sweeps ITA Kickoff Weekend, advances to ITA Team Indoor Championships

Returning to the Boar’s Head Sports Club for its first home matches of the spring season, No. 2 Virginia delivered a statement pair of wins at the ITA Kickoff Weekend, defeating Indiana 4-1 on Friday before sweeping Michigan 4-0 in Saturday’s championship match to remain undefeated and punch their ticket to the ITA National Team Indoor Championships. 

Pi Chis: Charlottesville’s sorority chaperones

Each January, hordes of college women adorned in their nicest outfits and warmest puffer jackets fill Rugby Road, Chancellor Street and surrounding areas for sorority rush. From visiting 13 different houses to making tough choices each round, the University’s sorority recruitment process can be a stressful path to sisterhood. Thankfully, each of this year’s 1,100 rushees had someone in their corner while they searched for their home in the Greek life community. 

Faculty commend Spanberger’s appointments to Board

Several University faculty expressed approval after Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) asked five University Board of Visitors members to resign and appointed 10 new Board members Jan. 17. Faculty who spoke with The Cavalier Daily emphasized lost confidence in the Board members who resigned and optimism that the new Board will prioritize better engagement with the University community.

Flu cases are on the rise in a severe seasonal outbreak

Influenza cases have increased rapidly over the past several months among members of the University and Charlottesville communities as well as across the Commonwealth. According to medical professionals from the University Medical Center, this year's strain of Flu has been spreading earlier and more rapidly than in previous years. Because of the severe nature of this year’s flu season, medical professionals are advising students to get vaccinated and are implementing operational changes to slow the spread of flu across the health system.

The circle of six — Virginia softball’s evolved pitching staff

Six Virginia pitchers will step into the circle this season, each carrying the weight of keeping their team in every game by stifling opposing offenses. Fortunately for the Cavaliers, four of Virginia's five pitchers from last season’s 38-19 campaign return after posting a combined 2.76 ERA and going 14-10 in ACC play. 

No. 14 Virginia falls flat in second half, loses at home to No. 22 North Carolina

Fans showed out in force to John Paul Jones Arena, a packed house for what was shaping up to be the biggest home game of the season. A rivalry game against visiting No. 22 North Carolina, it was Virginia’s first ranked matchup at home this season, one that the fans deemed consequential, remaining raucous from buzzer to buzzer. 

Beardsley steps down as chair of provost search committee

Stephanie Rowley, William R. Kenan Jr. Education prof. and dean of the School of Education and Human Development, took over from University President Scott Beardsley as chair of the University’s Executive Vice President and Provost Search Committee during a search committee meeting Thursday. In a statement to The Cavalier Daily, University Spokesperson Bethanie Glover said an additional change to the committee included the removal of Porter Wilkinson, former Vice Rector of the Board of Visitors and former Board representative of the search committee. 

Faculty Senate hears from Scott Beardsley on his first month as President

The full Faculty Senate met Friday afternoon to hear updates from University leadership, including recently-appointed University President Scott Beardsley, and to hear speeches from five candidates for faculty representative to the Board of Visitors. Senators also held a question and answer session with the chair of the Honor Committee and discussed recent policy changes within the honor system.