Cecy Juárez is a Life columnist for The Cavalier Daily.

Getting over my fear of U.Va. tours

By Cecy Juárez | 6 days ago

Now, as I look at the prospective students touring Grounds and conjuring up scenarios about the things we actually do here, I won’t be scared of seeing them anymore.

Mario Rosales is a Life columnist for The Cavalier Daily.

It took a drive to Maryland to teach me the value of peace and quiet in our lives

By Mario Rosales | November 16, 2021

Determined to take advantage of the spooky spirit even in my down time, I decided that Halloween weekend 2021 would be my first time watching a horror movie.

Making it through the mid-semester slump

By Zoya Zahid | November 9, 2021

While our older years may not include quite as many trampoline quarrels, Henry’s sneaky pleasure with pushing my buttons proved to be timeless.

The unexpected beauties of twin comparisons

By Willa Hancock | November 1, 2021

On my most recent Sabbath, I decided to drive to Darden Towe Park and read under a tree for hours — something I’m never able to find time for during the workweek.

Learning to rest in a work-driven world

By Caitlyn Kelley | October 26, 2021

Top 10 things to not do during an in-person class

By Riley Phillips | October 25, 2021

When in a discussion-heavy class, try to look out for anyone who looks like they have wanted to say something for a while or for someone who hasn't had the opportunity to contribute.

Life

I simply could not have made it to my third year in college without my two favorite lists

By Mario Rosales | October 23, 2021

We obviously cannot control everything in our lives, but lists help me to make the most of the factors that I can control — whether it's how much I learn or how much I stress.

Life

A reminder of the importance of attitude — in a non-cliché way

By Mario Rosales | October 13, 2021

Whether you're chasing pelagic species 60 miles offshore or diving into midterms, keeping a positive attitude will always make a difference in someone's life, if not yours.

Life

The great misconception of self-care

By Cecy Juárez | October 7, 2021

I’ll still take a “treat yo’ self” day every once in a while, but I’ll keep in mind to also take care of some of my responsibilities — whatever I’m capable of doing that day.

When explaining the reasoning behind one’s favorite flower, for example, each student would make references to their homes, their families and to moments of their past and present that helped dictate the meaning of their answer.

Life

“Some poems you read, other poems read you”

By Willa Hancock | October 6, 2021

Thank you, Edmundson, for helping us achieve tangible meaning in such a gentle, poetic way. If only you could see the curious smiles hidden beneath our masks.

I wanted to consider this article a love letter to the friendships that perhaps aren’t as strong as they were last year. Though — unlike the fox and the little prince — we aren’t forever separated, I’ll still think of them when I walk past the Lawn, stop in O’Hill dining hall or pass our old dorm buildings.

Life

Loving the people you’re with

By Caitlyn Kelley | October 3, 2021

Though I miss the closeness we had last year, I will forever value the lessons they taught me and the memories they gave me.

A characteristic of sitting on the floor that has followed since childhood and continues to define a part of me.

Life

I’m a floor girl

By Zoya Zahid | September 30, 2021

If you’re a floor person like myself, maybe you found some solace in knowing that you are not alone in your floor preference.

Life

Getting lost around Grounds

By Samantha Cynn | September 27, 2021

There were things I really missed about being at the University — and surprisingly, getting lost was one of them.

Life

Once again, a lot has changed over the past 365 days

By Mario Rosales | September 23, 2021

There is nothing else like being a student on Grounds, and I wouldn’t trade this experience for the world.

Life

It’s OK if you want to wear your best sundress to your statistics lecture or a snazzy polo to astronomy. No one will judge you if you wear a plain t-shirt and oversized basketball shorts to a discussion.

Life

The elitism of Greek life

By Samantha Cynn | September 8, 2021

As an outsider, hearing from friends, classmates and others about their experiences will continue to shape my own outlook and ability to craft potential solutions to these organizations' most persistent problems.

Life

The fear of falling behind

By Samantha Cynn | August 23, 2021

Even if the fear of being a slacker is prevalent, there has to be a point where we all collectively cut ourselves some slack.

Life

The joy of sitcoms

By Niharika Singhvi | August 17, 2021

As finals loom around the corner, I look forward to curling in the comfort of my favorite sitcoms whenever I feel burdened with pressure.

Life

Taking rise and shine to another level

By Mario Rosales | August 17, 2021

So when you open your tired eyes for your 8 a.m. this semester just remember — if waking up early was easy, most people still wouldn’t do it.

Columns

Getting over my fear of U.Va. tours

It took a drive to Maryland to teach me the value of peace and quiet in our lives

Horror, in real life

Making it through the mid-semester slump

The unexpected beauties of twin comparisons

Learning to rest in a work-driven world

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I simply could not have made it to my third year in college without my two favorite lists

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The great misconception of self-care

“Some poems you read, other poems read you”

Loving the people you’re with

I’m a floor girl

Getting lost around Grounds

Once again, a lot has changed over the past 365 days

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The joy of sitcoms

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