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Baby steps

In Stephen King’s memoir On Writing, King compares the process of crafting long works of fiction to “crossing the Atlantic Ocean in a bathtub.” Easy for him to say, considering his bathtub is equipped with a high-performance engine.


Christian’s column runs biweekly Fridays. He can be reached at c.hecht@cavalierdaily.com.
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My modest proposal

With the release of Taylor Swift’s most recent album, most of my free time not spent writing essays has been devoted to watching her music videos on repeat until the wee hours of the morning.


Lauren’s column runs biweekly Fridays. She can be reached at l.jackson@cavalierdaily.com.
Life

My second acceptance letter

I spent most of my senior year burdened by the weight of making the “right” college choice — as if there was one gilded school that ensured me four blissful years of happiness.


Next semester, fourth-year Commerce students Joseph Linzon and Alvaro Anspach and recent graduates Alberto Namnum and Jung Kim will bring "Roots" to the Corner, a restaurant providing healthy and natural food options to Charlottesville residents. 
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Laying down 'Roots' in Charlottesville

Recent University graduates Alberto Namnum and Jung Kim along with fourth-year Commerce students Joseph Linzon and Alvaro Anspach have been planning and organizing for the past year in preparation for the launch of their restaurant on the Corner next semester.


Kelly's column runs biweekly Tuesdays. She can be reached at k.seegers@cavalierdaily.com. 
Life

A range of voices

While this semester has been a trying one—one that has made me question many things—I am leaving it behind with a real appreciation for the fortitude of our student body. We are not passive. We are all connected by a desire to make a difference, to do what is right and to support our fellow Hoos.


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Tragedy from afar

I’ve been in Italy for the events surrounding the tragedy of Hannah Graham’s disappearance, the Rolling Stone article and the backlash that ensued. The discussions, the somber camaraderie, the “this is not right and we need to do something,” the desperation and helplessness.


Second-year College students Juliet Patarek and Talia Greenberg founded a local chapter of Spoon University this semester. 
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Spoon University comes to Grounds

Second-year College students Juliet Patarek and Talia Greenberg organized a tailgate on the Lawn last Saturday to celebrate the launch of the University chapter of Spoon University. “Students have to realize that food is very important,” Patarek said.


After Fourth-year College student Annie Forrest was sexually assaulted in 2011, she shared her story through Project Unbreakable and worked as an advocate for survivors at the University.
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Student sexual assault survivors speak out

After being sexually assaulted in October of 2011, Forrest faced the real life implications and personal effects of collegiate rape culture in silence. Over a year later, Forrest decided to speak up and share her story.


Vega's column runs biweekly Tuesdays. She can be reached at v.bharadwaj@cavalierdaily.com.
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Keep glowing, Peter

On Thursday morning, I scalded my entire right hand in the middle of Clark Hall by trying to pick up a Greenberrys cup with a loose lid.


Kristin's column runs biweekly Tuesdays. She can be reached at k.murtha@cavalierdaily.com. 
Life

Community of trust

As an out-of-state student with no previous ties to the University, these past few months have left me feeling, at times, like I am looking in from the outside. In the wake of this most recent tragedy, I am completely unsure how to respond.


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Latest Podcast

On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Lela Garner, sustainability manager of student outreach and engagement at U.Va. Sustainability. Garner discusses sustainability initiatives on Grounds, the 2030 U.Va. Sustainability Plan and Earth Month celebrations.