Robert Kent Gooch was a beloved political science professor at the University, who also happens to be the namesake behind Gooch dormitory.
A drug raid occurred in 1991, involving three of the University’s fraternities, where 12 University students were arrested for possession of a range of drugs, from ecstasy to amphetamines.
Students and Charlottesville residents united for a march through Grounds and a vigil in front of the Rotunda to raise awareness regarding racial violence.
With only six of these vehicles in the United States, students were surprised to see a giant Weinermobile roll around Grounds.
They argue that the lack of artistic emphasis on Grounds is not because there is a lack of artistic students, but because artists and audiences are not prioritizing the arts as an integral part of campus life.
The International Club drew both international and American students to its events to share culture and coffee.
Rosa Parks made an appearance on Grounds during a celebration of Black History Month where she gave a speech discussing segregation and her role as a civil rights activist.
The Course Forum still exists today and serves the same purpose for University students.
In December 1982, University officials ruled that Easters revelries would no longer be held on University property, including all fraternity houses, due to the increased risk of alcohol-related injuries and vandalism. The weekend was described as “a major spring bash, full-throttle, overdrive” and “the greatest party and the country.”
This week: Thanksgiving hunt, Cavaliers win and Full Court Miracle
In 2007, Thanksgiving break was shortened from a full week off to just three days. Students argue that the change is unfair to out-of-state students, who need to travel further in order to see their families.
Michael Ludwick, who was the president of the fourth-year class at the time of this article’s publication, wrote this “Viewpoint” letter about the dangers of over-drinking. Ludwick, who had recently lost a friend to alcohol abuse, warns students away from participating in the traditional "fourth-year fifth."
For nearly 40 years, Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn has been a cherished, fun-filled tradition at the University. The event is festive, lively and a wonderful chance for students to give back to the Charlottesville community. Don’t miss it!
For the 2003 Virginia Film Festival, Arts and Entertainment staffer Tim Ciesco reviews the 2003 remake of “The Italian Job” and conducts an interview with the scriptwriters, Donna and Wayne Powers. The 2023 Virginia Film Festival will take place next week, Oct. 25-29.
When “The Greatest Show On Earth” came to town in 1954, elephants, giraffes, tigers, and hippos were paraded through the streets of Charlottesville.
This article teaches a little-known piece of University lore — in the late 19th century, marksmen used to station themselves at present-day Old Dorms and aim for the clock at the top of the original Rotunda, only to find it was bulletproof!
In a 1970s opinion piece, a student complains about the lack of parking spots on Grounds and calls for a boycott of the expensive parking meters. His words echo many of the complaints heard around Grounds today. Perhaps times have not changed all that much!
This week: fraternity history, Bob Dylan and football rivalries
In a special orientation issue of the Cavalier Daily, incoming first years were informed about the schedule of tours, receptions, club information, dorm hall meetings, and even a movie showing, which sounds reminiscent of our present-day Wahoo Welcome.
