Marathoners at the University: A quarter-life crisis, or a new way of life?
By Adair Reid | November 22, 2025Some online discourse has characterized the spike in young people running marathons as a new "quarter-life crisis."
Some online discourse has characterized the spike in young people running marathons as a new "quarter-life crisis."
Why is it now that flaunting a newfound coupledom asserts a reaction less of, “You made it” and more, “Girl, are you sure about him?”
Immediately after the bell toll, attendees began a memorial march from the Chapel to the Betsy and John Casteen Arts Grounds, near where the shooting took place.
Students and faculty alike say that the shooting and its aftermath have left an indelible mark on the University community.
From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 22 Contracted Independent Organizations rotated through back-to-back performances, showcasing cultural dances, outfits and traditions.
Every relationship is different and every individual brings their own experiences and weight to the table, and in some cases, that weight, or rather, the money, can be unequal
As her content helps her followers parse their own academic, fitness and professional journeys, Awuok’s content has also been beneficial for herself
To their residents, the language houses offer a supportive community that both challenges and fulfills its members, day in and day out.
With Carter Mountain’s “Sunset Series” fading into a fond memory and the Charlottesville foliage turning gold, one Thursday ritual lingers in my mind — their apple cider donuts
The event invited families and students to collect buckets of candy and show off their creative costumes.
When Halloween parties give way to the Sunday scaries and the perfectly-curated costumes find their way back into storage boxes, one sweet holiday treat remains — leftover Halloween candy
The University’s scenic hills and dispersed buildings make it a beautiful place to live and learn, but they also pose an accessibility challenge
We talk about body types as if they’re products — marketed, sold and eventually declared obsolete
Between juggling their academic and other extracurricular involvements, these students also work part-time jobs as instructors at local fitness studios.
Many students at the University face the routine challenges of balancing their responsibilities as night shift workers with their regular lives during waking hours.
I could eat this granola by the handful, and my roommates can attest that I do so frequently.
Under the glow of the Rotunda lights, dozens of University students participate in the infamous tradition of streaking the Lawn every weekend — a “must-do” before graduation.
Cake on the Lawn felt like something between a bake sale, an art show and a love letter to Charlottesville’s sweeter side.
To make my mornings so much easier and ensure that I’m starting the day off with the proper nutrients, I have been making overnight oats each week
Slow Run Club at U.Va., the new addition to the University’s running scene — is making space in the running community for runners outside of the typical stereotype