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As most of you already know, starting Oct. 26, most of the University was engaged in Halloweekend festivities. And, if you didn’t know that, reach out to me. I’m genuinely curious as to what went through some people’s heads when they saw the hordes of “sexy clown” costumes pass by them on the Corner more than three days before Halloween. That being said, here is a little recap of the major talking points from the past week.
With Virginia women’s basketball’s first public exhibition occurring Thursday against Pitt-Johnstown and its season opener Wednesday against Maryland Eastern Shore, basketball season is quickly approaching, and the Cavaliers are ready for it. Coach Amaka “Mox” Agugua-Hamilton discussed this season’s outlook with the press Monday.
Amidst the chaos of preparing for college move-in day — finding LED lights and posters for the walls, or making sure to bring the coveted mini-fridge microwave unit — some students haven’t forgotten to add their cherished stuffed animals to the list. These stuffed animals can help students feel more comfortable in their new college environment, acting as a uniquely portable piece of home.
As a regular to many on-Grounds dining options, I’ve noticed a few trends among the patrons of various restaurant options that supplement the dining halls. After careful study, I’ve found that someone’s go-to dining option can often be indicative of certain personality traits among students. However, I want to stress that everything is based on my personal experiences, and may therefore not always be accurate.
When redshirt freshman forward Leon Bond III committed to Virginia, the Wauwatosa, Wis. native immediately recognized the community Coach Tony Bennett had built. The highly regarded recruit had multiple offers on the table — including Marquette, Texas A&M and Virginia Tech — but he knew that Virginia would be his destination.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, the walls of Newcomb’s board room hear a blended melody of voices or a chorus of laughter as Ektaal a capella practices. Established in 1999, Ektaal is the University’s first and only South Asian a cappella group. The group performs at gigs around the University with compositions of fusion South Asian and Western music. With each performance, they hope to share their heritage with the student body and South Asian community.
Hilma af Klint’s 1915 oil painting “The Swan, No.1” captures imagery of two swans on two separate sides of the same canvas. Few would mention, let alone accept the idea of math being applicable to something as renowned as this work of art. However, Dr. Jiajun Yan — professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University — argues that Klint’s entire piece is executed on the principle of mathematics.
The University will welcome family members of current students to Grounds this upcoming weekend for the annual Family Weekend, during which Orientation and New Student Programs will be hosting a series of events and programs, from a drag show to a Dome dinner, spanning Nov. 3 to Nov. 5.
University students welcomed a stream of witches, warlocks, pirates and princesses of all ages in the annual Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn event. On a chilly Hallween night, young Trick-or-treaters lined the Lawn in search of treats from 5 to 7 p.m following a week packed with other spooky activities.
The Board of Visitors announced they will hold a special meeting this Thursday at 2 p.m. to review an unspecified legal matter. While the University did not confirm that it was explicitly related, the meeting follows the release of the preliminary report of the external review conducted after last year’s shooting.
We’ve all been there — 9 a.m. on a Monday, just trying to make it through your first class of the day that, as a result of your poor planning skills and slow reflexes, happens to be a completely unnecessary discussion section. It’s fine for the first five minutes while your TA shuffles papers and 20 other pairs of eyebags settle into their chairs. And then the peaceful silence of the class is bombarded by That One Kid Who Won’t Just Shut Up.
To The University Community,
As the weather gets crisper and the leaves turn into alluring shades of crimson, copper and gold on Grounds, a feeling of melancholy and dread sets in. There are treacherous waters ahead — finals, cramming and Thanksgiving. So, while the fall season is traditionally associated with cheerful mainstays like pumpkins, cider, turkey and football, it also signifies a season of change.
Cooler weather brings many fun fall activities to Grounds, especially during Halloween. While Trick or Treat on the Lawn stands as the University’s most famous October tradition, in which the Charlottesville community is invited to dress up and visit student clubs to receive sweet treats, a newer Halloween tradition has also emerged — turning the famed Rotunda into a giant jack-o-lantern.
The Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program, which provides access to chronic kidney disease screenings in medically underserved communities, recently opened a chapter at the University last fall. The organization has already held two events in Charlottesville and will hold their next free screening at Charlottesville’s Southwood Boys and Girls Club Nov. 18.
Todd Haynes’ "May December” was one of the final screenings at this year’s Virginia Film Festival, and Sunday afternoon found the Paramount Theater packed with viewers eagerly anticipating his newest feature. The film, starring Academy Award winners Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman, debuted at Festival de Cannes last May to critical acclaim, and has been making its rounds on the festival circuit in advance of its arrival in US theaters Nov. 17 and on Netflix Dec. 1.
In the Paramount Theater Saturday, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown mall, sat a room full of film enthusiasts all gathered for a screening of “War Pony” and a discussion with writer-directors Gina Gammell and Emmy-nominated actress Riley Keough. The two talked about the making of their joint directorial debut and the importance of showcasing Native American stories.
Fans flocked to John Paul Jones Arena to passionately root on Virginia in a tightly contested Smithfield Commonwealth Clash matchup last weekend. However, the Cavalier faithful were not there to support the men’s or women’s basketball teams as usual — instead, they were treated to an intense five-set victory for Virginia’s volleyball team over rival Virginia Tech.
Cementing themselves as a leading band in the University’s vibrant music scene and celebrating the release of their hit EP, the members of student band The Jellies warmly discussed their time at the University while gleefully teasing new music on the way.