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Students, faculty hear Syrian activists’ story

Students, faculty and Syrian revolutionaries gathered together Friday afternoon in the Newcomb Gallery for a discussion of the ongoing conflict in Syria . Project Nur , a student-led initiative advocating engagement and respect between Muslims and non- Muslims, hosted the event.


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The Cavalier Daily elects 124th staff

The Cavalier Daily elected its 124th Staff in Jefferson Hall on Saturday. Digital innovation, staff-managing board relations and transparency all featured heavily in the election discussion. Third-year College student Kaz Komolafe was elected editor-in-chief.


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University professors address growing U.S. fiscal concerns

U.S. fiscal stability is a long way off, University professors told students Friday during a lecture series Friday entitled “HOOs Talking about the National Debt.” The event was sponsored by Up to Us — a nationwide campus competition created by Net Impact, the Clinton Global Initiative and the Peter G.


The south portico of the Virginia State Capitol, in Richmond, VA, with the Senate, left, and House of Delegates (right) chambers. Photo taken Monday, April 23, 2007.
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Voting restoration resolution passes Va. Senate committee

The Virginia Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections passed a resolution Tuesday proposing a constitutional amendment that would automatically restore voting rights to those convicted of nonviolent felonies who have completed payments and any other sentences.


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Honor Committee endorses reform proposal

The Honor Committee voted Monday afternoon to support the Restore the Ideal Act. The act includes an informed-retraction option, which would allow students to admit honor offenses after a report has been filed against them and return to the University following a yearlong suspension.


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The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.