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The University received several inches of snow over the course of Sunday.

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Exams before noon Monday rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 13

By Jake Gold | December 9, 2018

Charlottesville received approximately six inches of snow as of press time Sunday, slicking roads and coating sidewalks in ice.

The Board of Visitors’ Buildings and Grounds Committee met Thursday in the Board Room of the Rotunda.

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BOV Buildings and Grounds Committee approves architects, facilities

By Zach Rosenthal | December 9, 2018

Among the approvals was the selection of an architectural firm for a Brandon Avenue residence hall.

Vice President of Finance Melody Bianchetto spoke on the tuition increases.

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BOV approves tuition hikes, new meal plans

By Jake Gold | December 7, 2018

In-state students will see a 2.9 percent increase in tuition and fees starting in the 2019-2020 academic year while out-of-state students will see a base increase of 3.5 percent, from $44,724 to $46,289.

University President Jim Ryan said he isn't sure about potential legal challenges associated with mandating a living wage for contracted employees.

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On living wage, Ryan hesitates, citing legal barriers and potential costs

By Geremia Di Maro and Jake Gold | December 7, 2018

Ryan said U.Va. must determine the legality of requiring that its dining provider, Aramark, pay its contracted workers a higher wage.

University President Jim Ryan said he approves of the tuition increase.

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Ryan expresses support for tuition increases as students plan protest

By Geremia Di Maro and Jake Gold | December 6, 2018

Some students plan to hold a “silent protest” of the Board of Visitors’ Friday meeting against both the increase in tuition and the lack of a public comment period before the Board’s discussion.

The Board of Visitors will convene on Dec. 5.

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Board of Visitors meeting to cover tuition increases, developing research opportunities

By Bridget Starrs | December 4, 2018

On Friday morning, members of the Finance Committee will discuss tuition and fee proposals.

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Curry School considers changing name

By Sophia McCrimmon and Sydney Herzog | November 29, 2018

An Ad Hoc Committee on Naming will begin studying potential changes to the school’s name and one of its academic buildings, Ruffner Hall.

The ramps are due to be set up by the start of the spring semester.

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U.Va. works towards accessibility on Lawn with addition of ramps

By Caitlin St. Amour | November 28, 2018

The construction of two permanent, wheelchair-accessible ramps on the western side of the Lawn will be completed by the start of the spring semester.

University President Jim Ryan speaks at the Ours To Shape event in Newcomb Hall Tuesday afternoon.

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Ryan facilitates conversation on U.Va.’s goals, shortcomings at ‘Ours to Shape’ event

By Bridget Starrs | November 27, 2018

Since beginning his term, Ryan has emphasized the “Ours to Shape” program as a means to gather input from the University and local community about U.Va.’s future.

DREAMers on Grounds sent the letter on Nov. 19.

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DREAMers on Grounds pens letter to Ryan calling for support for immigrants

By Isabel Dixon | November 26, 2018

The letter calls on U.Va.’s administration to increase support for immigrants at the University.

The University will propose a tuition increase in early December.

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U.Va. considering raising undergraduate tuition for the 2019-20 school year

By Bridget Starrs | November 19, 2018

Next academic year would be the fourth consecutive year that rate increases will remain at or below the rate of inflation for most in-state students.

The tuition promise was announced at Jim Ryan's inauguration in mid-October.

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Examining Ryan’s tuition promise

By Sophia McCrimmon and Victoria Dancu | November 15, 2018

University President Jim Ryan’s promise to guarantee financial aid for low- and medium-income students may not be a major departure from current financial aid practices.

The "community resource specialist" position was posted in mid-October.

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U.Va.’s plans to hire a ‘community resource specialist’ draw backlash

By Sydney Herzog and Elizabeth Robinson | November 14, 2018

A job listing for a “community resource specialist” — whose job would include helping low-wage University employees gain access to “housing, clothing, utilities, and food” — has drawn backlash from some activists, who say U.Va. should increase its wages for all its staff.

The renovation is expected to cost $250,000 and will conclude in January 2019, according to Deputy University Spokesperson Wesley Hester.

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Peabody Hall undergoes renovations

By Olivia Rinaldi and Leah Erwin | November 4, 2018

Dean of Admission Greg Roberts said that while it has been a good building for the admissions team, the look and feel of the interior of the building have grown tired and dated.

The "We Are Not Invisible" report was released by ALC last Thursday.

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Asian Leaders Council releases report on academic reform

By Nafisa Mazumdar | October 30, 2018

The report calls for increased representation of both faculty and the academic programs the University offers focused on Asian/Asian Pacific Americans.

The Aug. 11 torchlit march ended with white supremacists surrounding anti-racist demonstrators near the Jefferson statue north of the Rotunda.

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U.Va. bans 10 men from Grounds in connection to 2017 white supremacist rallies

By Kate Bellows | October 26, 2018

Aug. 11 rally organizer Richard Spencer, among others, will not be allowed on Grounds for the next four years.

The flash seminar was held in O'Neil Hall.

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Title IX leaders share details about sexual misconduct policies during flash seminar

By Zach Rosenthal | October 26, 2018

During a Title IX flash seminar — a one-time “mini-class” organized by students and faculty — University officials discussed the process behind Title IX complaints.

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‘Our University to shape’: Latinx students publish proposal to U.Va. administration

By Hannah Gavin | October 23, 2018

The proposed policies focus on improving admissions efforts and institutional, academic and financial support for Hispanic and Latinx students.

During his inaugural address Friday afternoon, University President Jim Ryan announced that low- and middle-income students will be able to attend U.Va. tuition-free.

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In-state students from families earning less than $80K will be able to attend U.Va. tuition-free, Ryan announces

By Gracie Kreth and Jake Gold | October 19, 2018

“I see a community that opens wide the door to opportunity for first-generation, low- and middle-income students,” University President Jim Ryan said while outlining the policy.

Jim Ryan's inauguration is the ninth in U.Va. history.

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University plans eventful weekend for inauguration of President Ryan

By Daniel Gordon | October 17, 2018

University President Jim Ryan will be inaugurated Friday as U.Va.'s ninth president, with a number of events planned throughout the weekend.

Exams before noon Monday rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 13

BOV Buildings and Grounds Committee approves architects, facilities

BOV approves tuition hikes, new meal plans

On living wage, Ryan hesitates, citing legal barriers and potential costs

Ryan expresses support for tuition increases as students plan protest

Board of Visitors meeting to cover tuition increases, developing research opportunities

Curry School considers changing name

U.Va. works towards accessibility on Lawn with addition of ramps

Ryan facilitates conversation on U.Va.’s goals, shortcomings at ‘Ours to Shape’ event

DREAMers on Grounds pens letter to Ryan calling for support for immigrants

U.Va. considering raising undergraduate tuition for the 2019-20 school year

Examining Ryan’s tuition promise

U.Va.’s plans to hire a ‘community resource specialist’ draw backlash

Peabody Hall undergoes renovations

Asian Leaders Council releases report on academic reform

U.Va. bans 10 men from Grounds in connection to 2017 white supremacist rallies

Title IX leaders share details about sexual misconduct policies during flash seminar

‘Our University to shape’: Latinx students publish proposal to U.Va. administration

In-state students from families earning less than $80K will be able to attend U.Va. tuition-free, Ryan announces

University plans eventful weekend for inauguration of President Ryan

VOROBYEVA: Renovate the motels

Extreme temperatures in rivers could foreshadow environmental damage in Charlottesville

Apple pie to comfort the soul

Lighting of the Lawn 2022 to uplift community at “Full Power”

RIZZIO: The Kitty Foster Memorial deserves better contextualization

School of Architecture to change academic eligibility for student employment positions

Aggravated assault reported in the 800 block of W Main Street

No. 3 men’s basketball handles Florida State 62-57 in ACC Opener

Honor Committee delays Constitutional Convention, passes two bylaws

U.Va. awards posthumous degrees to Lavel Davis Jr., D’Sean Perry and Devin Chandler

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