Over the past few months, students at the University have witnessed Grounds come alive in a semester comparable to pre-pandemic years, due to the removal of many COVID-19 restrictions starting last spring.

Finding, joining and appreciating the U.Va. community in fall 2022

By Miriella Jiffar | 4 days ago

Balancing the endless priorities of a college student — classes, extracurriculars, career exploration, a social life and perhaps a part-time job, can be taxing.

The 4th Year 5k demonstrated the University community’s ability to remain resilient in the face of hardship and heartbreak.

Peer Health Educators continue to cultivate a community of care with 4th Year 5k

By Miriella Jiffar | November 21, 2022

Hoos First Week is the first week-long celebration from Nov. 7 – Nov. 11 that celebrates and recognizes the achievements of more than 1700 first-generation students, faculty and staff.

Hoos First Week spotlights first-generation students at the University

By Miriella Jiffar | November 10, 2022

The first Día de Los Muertos Charlottesville Celebration was held in 2011.

Charlottesville community celebrates Día de los Muertos with artistry and spirit

By Liz Kraisinger | November 7, 2022

For many, Culture Fest provided exposure to a wide range of art forms and cultures.

Cultural organizations showcase their artistic talent at the 36th annual Culture Fest

By Jia Williams | October 31, 2022

CMK chapters partner with local elementary schools and rely on school administrators to invite the students they think would benefit most from a mentor.

Sparking curiosity and passion through mentorship

By Mario Rosales and Cecy Juárez | October 27, 2022

“Huntings” on the Hill: Brown College hosts annual haunted house for charity

By Miriella Jiffar | October 25, 2022

While Hauntings is a haunted house intended to kick off the Halloween season at the University with a charitable outcome, at its core, it is an event that brings the Brown College community together.

This residential community currently houses 67 students and is looking to grow.

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Shea House celebrates 20 years of language immersion

By Kate Hunter | October 23, 2022

Shea House is an ideal place for interested language students to develop their passion.

That sense of family with the employees, who are known as “Figlets,” has persisted over the past decade and has been instrumental in ensuring the restaurant’s lasting success on the Corner.

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Fig celebrates 10 years of food and friendship on the Corner

By Isabelle Maule and Delaney Nystrom | October 17, 2022

Even from FIG’s first days on the Corner, family has always been at the center of its business identity.

Lucien leads the discussions and reflection of these issues for attendees and encourages them to look after themselves through mindful meditation.

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Muslims United fosters inclusivity and serenity through yoga

By Mario Rosales and Cecy Juárez | October 13, 2022

Muslims United stands to foster an activist and more inclusive Muslim community.

In the event, he specifically spoke about the Jahanke tribe in West Africa as a model for the peaceful propogation of Islam across the world.

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Building bridges: Imam Fode Drame sheds light on spreading peace in the West through Islam

By Jia Williams | October 13, 2022

The talk emphasized character formation, education and unique traditions to peacefully diffuse Islam in a non-Islamic environment.

Laughter and avid conversation echoed across the Rotunda Multipurpose Room this past Saturday when the Mixed Race Student Coalition hosted their own Young Alumni Reunion.

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Mixed Race Student Coalition hosts its own Young Alumni Reunion for the first time

By Srilakshmi Medarametla | October 10, 2022

About 40 students and alumni turned out Saturday afternoon to take photos on the Lawn and spend time with members of this unique and growing community.

Events like Cultura Fest at the University are vitally important to helping students feel seen and heard during their time on Grounds.

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Cultural Organization for Latin American hosts Cultura Fest

By Miriella Jiffar | September 25, 2022

Students proudly put up flags on tables around the amphitheater representing a variety of Latin American countries, such as the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, El Salvador, Haiti and many more.

A grand stage sat squarely in the middle of the park, hosting twelve performances of music and dance from groups such as Proyecto Piquete, Latin Ballet of VA and Villa Sabroso.

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Cville Sabroso is a refreshing expression of Latinx culture

By Cecy Juárez and Leon Arceo | September 20, 2022

Charlottesville's annual Latin American festival of music, Cville Sabroso, celebrated Latinx Heritage month in grand fashion on September 17th.

Students in the College of Arts and Sciences are not required to declare a major until the end of their second year at the University.

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Students pursue alternate majors and careers after applying to the University’s many application-based majors

By Jia Williams | September 15, 2022

Unfortunately for some students, not all excitement around major application decisions is met with good news, leaving some left to frantically research back-up majors that they might not have originally considered.

Despite feeling overwhelmed, transfer students still acknowledged the benefits from interacting with other transfer students in establishing a sense of solidarity and becoming familiar with University culture.

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Transfer students acclimate to life at the University as semester begins

By Mario Rosales and Cecy Juárez | August 31, 2022

Transferring to the University poses the unique challenge of acclimating to a new college culture after having already been at another institution.

All first-year students are required to purchase the all-access meal plan, regardless of dietary needs.

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Students reveal the unaccommodating reality of U.Va. dietary options

By Jia Williams | August 21, 2022

Beyond being a financial burden, a lack of adequate options can have a tangential impact on time spent with peers on a daily basis.

Through attending office-hours and sharing an occasional meal, students and professors both attempt to build relations with one another in order to build a more cohesive learning experience at the University.

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Student-professor relations post-pandemic prompt learning and intellectual curiosity

By Alston Rachels and Srilakshmi Medarametla | May 25, 2022

Despite the potential value for students in getting to better know their teachers, student-professor relations have always been tough to facilitate from the faculty’s perspective — not just as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Summer is a much needed break from the stress of academic coursework and extracurricular commitments, as these students seek alternatives to the common internship experience.

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Students find fulfillment outside of typical summer internships

By Jia Williams | April 29, 2022

Whether it’s spending more time outdoors or studying abroad, summer allows students to take a step back and enjoy some of life’s simple pleasures.

The Office of Sustainability’s Eco-Fair adorned the blooming South Lawn with booths and activities that promoted sustainable living habits and practices.

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Eco-Fair celebrates Earth Day with advocates for sustainability

By Acacia McCabe | April 25, 2022

The Eco-Fair provided numerous examples and resources to start working towards sustainable habits that will hopefully persist in the long run.

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Finding, joining and appreciating the U.Va. community in fall 2022

Peer Health Educators continue to cultivate a community of care with 4th Year 5k

Hoos First Week spotlights first-generation students at the University

Charlottesville community celebrates Día de los Muertos with artistry and spirit

Cultural organizations showcase their artistic talent at the 36th annual Culture Fest

Sparking curiosity and passion through mentorship

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“Huntings” on the Hill: Brown College hosts annual haunted house for charity

Shea House celebrates 20 years of language immersion

Fig celebrates 10 years of food and friendship on the Corner

Muslims United fosters inclusivity and serenity through yoga

Building bridges: Imam Fode Drame sheds light on spreading peace in the West through Islam

Mixed Race Student Coalition hosts its own Young Alumni Reunion for the first time

Cultural Organization for Latin American hosts Cultura Fest

Cville Sabroso is a refreshing expression of Latinx culture

Students pursue alternate majors and careers after applying to the University’s many application-based majors

Transfer students acclimate to life at the University as semester begins

Students reveal the unaccommodating reality of U.Va. dietary options

Student-professor relations post-pandemic prompt learning and intellectual curiosity

Students find fulfillment outside of typical summer internships

Eco-Fair celebrates Earth Day with advocates for sustainability

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Extreme temperatures in rivers could foreshadow environmental damage in Charlottesville

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

RIZZIO: The Kitty Foster Memorial deserves better contextualization

Virginia’s fall sports sustain success and take strides forward

Women’s basketball cruises to 89-68 win over Penn State

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No. 3 men’s basketball rallies on the road past Michigan

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