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Challenging psychology's norms

Professor Renee Baillargeon of the University of Illinois spoke at the University last week about her research into morality in infants — work that challenges the model set forth in just about every introductory or child psychology class.


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The importance of gastric bypass surgery

Dr. Peter Hallowell, director of bariatric surgery at the University Health System, is the lead author of a study which recently concluded that long term outcomes for obese patients who undergo gastric bypass are better than outcomes for similar patients who do not.


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Teach, don't preach

Third-year student Claire Banowsky loves talking about sex. She is one of approximately 45 Peer Health Educators that work for the Student Health Center to educate fellow students on a variety of topics including mental wellness, sleep, drugs and alcohol and, of course, safe sex.


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A passion for a changing field

College students can sometimes end up finding their chosen field in unexpected places. Elizabeth Duselis recalls figuring out which field she wanted to pursue as an undergraduate. “I actually started college as an engineer, but by the time I was a sophomore, it was chemistry for me,” Duselis said. That was a couple of years ago.


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UHS ranked among top 100 women's health program

Becker’s Hospital Review named the University Medical Center as one of 100 hospitals with great women’s health programs in 2014 , based on its ability to “offer outstanding health services geared toward women, such as gynecology, obstetrics, women-focused heart care and women-focused cancer care, among other women’s health needs.”


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Documenting the stars

For the first time in history, one of the largest and richest astronomy databases has been released to the public. More than 100 terabytes of data gathered from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey III (SDSS III) includes material on about half a billion stars and galaxies. This game-changing release will provide astronomers all over the world with groundbreaking data that can be used to make discoveries and advances in astronomy.


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Computer science professor honored

Computer science prof. Mary Lou Stoffa has been recognized with the Association for Computing Machinery’s Special Interest Group on Software Engineering (SIGSOFT) Influential Educator Award for “a sustained record of mentoring of women at all ranks in the field of computing, especially software engineering,” according to the SIGSOFT website.


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Stopping Seizures

Dr. Jaideep Kapur of the University Department of Neurology received a $21.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroketo determine the most effective medications for curbing status epilepticus — a particular type of epileptic reaction.


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Compassion in medicine

The School of Nursing’s Compassionate Care Initiative (CCI), begun in 2009 by School of Nursing Dean Dorrie Fontaine, seeks to improve the quality of patient care by increasing compassion in health care providers.


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Holiday health woes

With the holidays swiftly approaching, feelings of joy, contentment and anticipation arise. However, it can be hard to truly enjoy the holidays while preoccupied with anxiety and fear of the alleged weight-gain that accompanies the holiday season.


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Importance of keeping doctors happy

Dr. Susan M. Pollart, professor of family medicine and senior associate dean for faculty affairs and faculty development, along with a group of faculty connected with the Association of American Medical Colleges, analyzed data from 14 U.S. medical schools to evaluate the relationship between hours spent in each of four mission areas and a doctor’s intent to leave their current academic institution.


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Sexual violence events may offer important dialogue for survivors

On Nov. 20, faculty and students gathered in the amphitheater to discuss the issue of sexual violence in the University community. The event, organized by the Middle Eastern and Islamic Students Association (MEISA), featured faculty and student speakers who discussed the importance of raising awareness to make the community safer and healthier.


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Joint research team finds key to treating multiple cancers

A joint effort by researchers from the University, Indiana University, the University of Colorado and Yale University has led to the discovery of a compound capable of inhibiting a key step in the growth of cancer tumors. This discovery may lead to novel therapies for lung, bladder, prostate, colon and pancreas cancers, most of which were not previously known to be related.


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Computer Science department working to meet increasing demand

The Computer Science Department is currently working towards being able to offer the BA in Computer Science degree program to more students. The major can currently accommodate 85 people according to Kevin Skadron, Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science. With the increasing popularity, however, the department is looking to expand the major.


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Charlottesville Women's Four Miler sets year fundraising record

For 22 years, the Charlottesville Women’s Four Miler has brought together thousands of women to raise both money and awareness of breast cancer. This year, efforts yielded even better results than were expected. Through the combined efforts of the 3,500 participants, many donors and dedicated organizers, the Women’s Four Miler raised a record $375,000 for the U.Va. Breast Care Center.

Latest Podcast

The University’s Associate Vice Provost for Enrollment and Undergraduate Admission, Greg Roberts, provides listeners with an insight into how the University conducts admissions and the legal subtleties regarding the possible end to the consideration of legacy status.



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