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The rising prices of housing in Charlottesville recently prompted the University to join a city task force that is seeking ways to make housing more affordable for area residents. The University, as the largest employer in the Charlottesville area, needs to be a part of the task force to decide how to solve the problem for Charlottesville residents, said Dave Phillips, CEO of the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS. "I don't know what the task force will decide on, but it is great to see the University at the table, taking the first step," Phillips said. The current housing affordability issue stems from increasing taxes, according to Phillips, resulting in a situation where residents are having difficulty finding and affording a home. One option the University is considering is to buy some of the housing around the University and sell it to University employees, Phillips said. "The task force has a multitude of different options to solve the problem, from essentially subsidizing housing to awarding grants," Phillips said.
A female University student was robbed early Saturday morning as she walked alone to her house on the 400 block of 17th Street, Charlottesville Police Capt.
In last week's article "University policy expands gym access," the quote "This is not a terminal step by any stretch of the imagination" was misattributed.
The driver of a vehicle that struck a University assistant professor June 13 was charged with the felony of "maiming another while driving under the influence" in his first court appearance last Wednesday, according to a press release. The driver, James J.
A Charlottesville man was robbed at gunpoint at the intersection of Emmet Street and Copeley Road shortly after midnight last Wednesday, University Police Capt.
Now that they've worn the honors of Honor, they must venture out into the world to find their way.
Virginia drivers committing serious traffic violations can expect to pay up to $3,000 in additional fees starting July 1. The fees, which are known as "civil remedial fees," apply to both misdemeanors and felonies, including reckless driving and DUI, according to an explanation by the Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court. The purpose of adding these fees was "to charge activity that caused congestion," said Virginia Del.
University football player Vic Hall was assaulted in a parking garage on Elliewood Avenue Saturday night, according to Charlottesville Police Capt.
Under a new policy prompted by an opinion from the state attorney general, domestic partners of students, faculty and staff are now eligible to become members of the University's gyms. With the new Plus One program, faculty and staff receiving benefits and full-time students are able to select an adult member of their household to gain access to the University's gyms for a yearly fee.
After years of debate and discussion, the Board of Visitors approved a resolution that will allow a faculty representative to sit on three of its committees. According to University rector Thomas F.
Senior guard Sean Singletary announced this week that he will return for a final season with the Cavaliers' men's basketball team after withdrawing from consideration for the NBA draft. "I believe this decision is the best one for me," Singletary stated in a press release.
There are countless hidden treasures and gems in the many libraries around Grounds, but Alderman Library houses one of the University's best-kept secrets.
Throughout the school year, student life is often so hectic that few notice the changing scenery of the Corner.
A courtyard joining the existing and future Education School buildings will be named in honor of outgoing Education School Dean David Breneman. Construction of the courtyard will be funded by a gift of $1 million donated by Dan Meyers, chair of the Curry School of Education Foundation Board of Directors.
The University Board of Visitors recently elected John O. Wynne vice rector of the University at its June meeting.
While many students participate in the grand exodus that takes place in Charlottesville each May, the draw of a more relaxed environment and no parents leads many students to continue to make the University their home for the summer.
