I had no idea this would come up so often this far into second semester - I have a twin. If the school year is almost finished and lots of people still do not know about my other half, I figure I could at least give her some credit because she's sort of inherently in everything I do, say and write. I have been an identical twin for 18 years, 11 months and 328 days.
It's perfect, absolutely perfect. Fabulous weather, blooming flowers, cheerful students and young families throwing frisbees all make for an absolutely perfect backdrop for a picnic on the Lawn.
Smog and pollutants and plastics and litter and toxins and oil spills and pesticides and ... Well, the planet certainly isn't getting any cleaner. In a combined effort to inform the University community about recycling initiatives and decrease the area's carbon footprint, the University Unity Project and the Student Council Environmental Initiatives Committee is in the midst of hosting Earth Week on Grounds. The week, which began April 15 and runs until April 22, is intended to promote environmental consciousness and sustainability among community members.
Three weeks left in the semester with beautiful weather, and I'll be done - done with going to classes, doing homework and living as a constant slave to my Gmail account's inbox.
Chelsea Second-year College student Major? Foreign Affairs and Elementary Education What extracurricular activities do you participate in? I am in UNICEF-UVA and am also a peer health educator! What do you like to do in your free time? I LOVE hanging out with my amazing and beautiful friends, running, cooking, reading, sleeping, meeting new people, traveling, being near the ocean, going to parties, etc. What are the physical and personality attributes you are looking for in a date? Generally prefer tall, dark and handsome; should be outgoing, caring, confident, friendly, passionate about his interests. Do you smoke?
In previous columns, I've written at some length about the dating scene on Grounds, my boyfriend and others' relationships.
Fridays always have been popular choices for student organizations to host events. After all, what better way to start the weekend? Third-year College student Daniel Garner is tapping into this idea with his latest brain child, called "Fridays at Five." Still in its conceptual stages, Garner's project hopes to bring different student organizations together every Friday at 5 p.m.
The final grueling days of Tech Week are in progress, and the stress of working with lights and costumes is making the past two-and-a-half months of demanding rehearsals seem easy.
Each year, University students must face the decision of whether to live on Grounds. While some students prefer the resources and security of on-Grounds living, others enjoy the responsibility and independence that comes along with living off Grounds.
Hearing the word 'Europe' conjures up familiar images of the Eiffel Tower, Colosseum, Big Ben. But now, hearing the word Europe brings thoughts of fiscal instability, high unemployment and general economic weakness.
Happy Tax Day! Today, April 15, is the federal filing deadline. Procrastinators were probably a little stressed this week, while others took care of their taxes months ago and will just be happy that the creepy costumed characters will no longer be waving at you while you drive around town. Celebrating your tax refund?
Republicans do not recycle, skinny white girls only listen to Taylor Swift and all Asians are pre-Commerce. Whether these statements made you laugh in agreement or shake your head, you are reacting to a stereotype.
The underdog story has prevailed in our minds and in our hearts ever since that measly fellow David surmounted unimaginable odds to triumph against the powerful Goliath or since Noah saved the twosomes of innocent animals from the mighty flood.
I did not get much of a tan during my Alternative Spring Break trip to Arizona - probably because, contrary to popular belief, the spring weather conditions were best characterized as snowy with a high of 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Along with 10 fellow University students, I had decided to rough it for the week, and our group headed west to work with rangers of the Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks on environmental conservation projects. It turned out we were lucky it was freezing.
We booked tickets to Italy months ago, fascinated by the thought of being in Rome on Easter, and equally - if not more - interested because of the ticket price.
The beauty and fresh air that spring brings to Charlottesville always seem to make everything worthwhile.
Although I had a great time during my Spring Break trip to Europe, I quickly realized keeping my guard up was the best strategy while visiting foreign countries. Before arriving in Spain, I heard tales of widespread pickpocketing in Barcelona.
Some University students do not settle for popular, generic dance moves party-goers generally show off weekend nights.
Every Tuesday evening, I meet up with two of my closest friends to prepare dinner and catch up on our lives.
Hi, my name is Alyssa, and I am addicted to my Blackberry. It has been exactly 2 minutes and 4 seconds since I last checked for messages.
