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Additionally, Student Council is offering free rides to and from the polls for early voting and election day.

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Ahead of midterm elections, organizations host events to boost student voter turnout, engagement

By Emily Horn | October 14, 2022

In preparation for the elections, organizations on-grounds — such as University Democrats and College Republicans — are focusing on efforts to increase voter engagement and turnout.

An email from University administrators sent in late September to parents and students stressed that the University discourages all students and recognized sororities and fraternities from engaging with suspended and terminated fraternities — including Kappa Alpha, Phi Gamma Delta, Kappa Sigma and St. Anthony’s Hall.

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U.Va. discourages students from engaging with terminated fraternities

By Emma Gallagher | October 13, 2022

According to the email, members of suspended or terminated groups who violate the University Standards of Conduct may be referred to the University Judiciary Committee.

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Peer Led Learning expands course offerings this fall

By Caroline Hagood and Georgia Beatty | October 13, 2022

Students are given the opportunity through sessions to review material, learn study strategies, collaborate with peers, and help from peer coaches.

At the University, the Persian Cultural Society has spoken out in support of protesters by holding a vigil for Amini and painting Beta Bridge with Amini’s name and the words “Free Iran” and  “Women, Life, Freedom” to raise awareness of these recent events.

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Iranian students raise awareness about recent protests and government crackdown in Iran

By Julianne Saunders | October 13, 2022

Class of 2022 alumnus Mohamad Abdi said that his initial response to the recent events is anger, and hope that the new generation of protesters will continue to fight and make changes.

Last year’s survey showed that 59 percent of UJC members identify as female, compared to 56 percent of the University student population.

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UJC welcomes new members, reviews CHI policy and appeals

By Merrill Hart and Priya Kommu | October 12, 2022

Students found guilty can appeal based upon new evidence or procedural errors, while students punished with sanctions may do the same or argue that the sanctions are unduly harsh for their offense.

City Council voted unanimously in December 2021 to donate the statue to JSAAC so it could be melted down and repurposed into public art.

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Circuit Court hears case on future of repurposing the Robert E. Lee statue

By Eleanor Jenkins | October 11, 2022

The plaintiffs, the Trevilian Station Battlefield Foundation and the Ratcliffe foundation, argue that while the city has a legal right to “remove, relocate, contextualize, or cover” any monument they chose, they do not have the right to destroy them under Virginia law.

Gabrielle Bray, fourth-year College student and chair of the Committee, originally announced the Constitutional Convention in an email to the student body Sept. 13, but the plan had been in the works as early as Aug.

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Honor to delay Constitutional Convention following timing and representation concerns from Committee members

By Ashley Mosby | October 10, 2022

The meeting was attended by 11 out of 23 members, meaning that quorum was not met and the Committee could not vote on constitutional matters.

Student Council meets weekly on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the South Meeting Room of Newcomb Hall.

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Student Activities Committee to consider $162,470 Student Council budget

By John Bedell | October 9, 2022

Cain sees the budget as returning funds back to students and ensuring they benefit directly from the fees they pay.

Mold can cause several physical health issues similar to allergies in people who are exposed to the substance including congestion, sneezing, coughing or a sore throat

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Mold found in first-year dorms induces symptoms among impacted residents

By Julianne Saunders and Eleanor Jenkins | October 6, 2022

Mold can cause several physical health issues similar to allergies in people who are exposed to the substance including congestion, sneezing, coughing or a sore throat.

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City Council approves amended collective bargaining ordinance

By Julianne Saunders | October 6, 2022

Council also voted 5-0 to approve the University’s request for air rights for the construction of the new bridge connecting the contemplative Commons Center with Newcomb Plaza.

Per the report, incidents such as fondling, stalking, and motor vehicle theft showed a significant increase in 2021.

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Clery Act report shows increased rates of theft and sexual harassment

By Emily Horn and Allison Metcalf | October 5, 2022

The report includes details of crime prevention, dating violence, domestic violence, and fire safety and security data from 2019, 2020, and 2021.

The SAF was originally a $12 fee created by the Board of Visitors in 1971.

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Student Council hears proposed increase to student activities fee

By John Bedell | September 30, 2022

Evans identified two central justifications for this increase — the impact of inflation on the real value of the fee and the gap between the amount of CIO funding needed and the amount of funds Student Council is able to provide.

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University Guide Service maintains working relationship with Admissions Office

By Avery Donmoyer | September 30, 2022

Currently, Guides are encouraged to write their own tours based on information they are taught in new member education programs.

The curved design of the benches encourages conversation among those who sit.

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Newly-installed memorial benches honor members of marginalized communities

By Emily Horn | September 29, 2022

Facilities management installed six of the 1,100 pound outdoor benches this summer. Each bench features the name of an honoree and a QR code with links to more information about the individuals and the project itself.

Mason said commissioning these photographs gave Black people the chance to define how they wanted to present themselves to the camera.

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Holsinger Studio Portrait Project opens exhibit with over 180 portrait photographs

By Avery Donmoyer | September 29, 2022

Mason said the Holsinger Portrait Project has plans to expand community outreach, including traveling exhibitions that go to schools, religious institutions and community centers.

No description of the suspect was provided but witnesses reported seeing a white sedan head southbound on 9th Street in the direction of Page Street.

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Aggravated Assault reported in 900 block of Anderson Street

By Lexi Baker | September 28, 2022

Upon arriving at the scene CPD officers discovered two victims each with gunshot wounds. Both are in stable condition and have been transported to the University hospital.

Nine officers received the “Defender of Democracy” award for their role in defending the Capitol Jan. 6.

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U.S. Senator Kaine discusses state of democracy, honors police officers who defended Capitol at Center for Politics event

By Emma Gallagher and Lexi Baker | September 23, 2022

Kaine said students can still work to uphold the basic tenets of democracy through outreach to peers with different backgrounds.

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Student Council representative body calls on Virginia General Assembly to deny Ellis’ appointment

By Ava MacBlane and John Bedell | September 23, 2022

The resolution also stipulates that the body should amend Student Council’s fall budget to allocate $5,000 to the Black Alumni Association.

The Memorial was chosen as the site for the act of philanthropy as a sign of respect — there were no ties to white supremacist organizations and the events, while “bizarre,” were not racially motivated.

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U.Va. confirms document reading “TICK TOCK” was left at scene of hate crime

By Lexi Baker | September 22, 2022

While the University Police Department previously confirmed that items were found at the statue, the documents were being evaluated to determine if there was any relation to the crime and had not been released to the public.

In his new position, Shuve has already worked extensively on welcoming activities geared towards incoming first-year students in the Echols program.

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Echols Scholars program welcomes Karl Shuve as the new director

By Julianne Saunders | September 20, 2022

As Echols director, Shuve is looking forward to working closely with students and supporting them through their college journey outside of the classroom.

Ahead of midterm elections, organizations host events to boost student voter turnout, engagement

U.Va. discourages students from engaging with terminated fraternities

Peer Led Learning expands course offerings this fall

Iranian students raise awareness about recent protests and government crackdown in Iran

UJC welcomes new members, reviews CHI policy and appeals

Circuit Court hears case on future of repurposing the Robert E. Lee statue

Honor to delay Constitutional Convention following timing and representation concerns from Committee members

Student Activities Committee to consider $162,470 Student Council budget

Mold found in first-year dorms induces symptoms among impacted residents

City Council approves amended collective bargaining ordinance

Clery Act report shows increased rates of theft and sexual harassment

Student Council hears proposed increase to student activities fee

University Guide Service maintains working relationship with Admissions Office

Newly-installed memorial benches honor members of marginalized communities

Holsinger Studio Portrait Project opens exhibit with over 180 portrait photographs

Aggravated Assault reported in 900 block of Anderson Street

U.S. Senator Kaine discusses state of democracy, honors police officers who defended Capitol at Center for Politics event

Student Council representative body calls on Virginia General Assembly to deny Ellis’ appointment

U.Va. confirms document reading “TICK TOCK” was left at scene of hate crime

Echols Scholars program welcomes Karl Shuve as the new director

Board of Visitors discusses DEI initiatives, faculty political affiliations and U.Va.’s ranking

LANFORD: All Virginians, including ex-felons, deserve voting rights

Academic and Student Life Committee announces new software for undergraduate advising

ISTVAN: Starting pitching the key for Virginia baseball in NCAA Tournament

Board of Visitors Finance Committee approves University’s $5.4 billion fiscal year budget

Board of Visitors discusses DEI initiatives, faculty political affiliations and U.Va.’s ranking

The committee on the College at Wise discusses efforts to improve retention rates

LANFORD: All Virginians, including ex-felons, deserve voting rights

Building and grounds committee forwards Karsh Institute building and fossil fuel free energy plant

Academic and Student Life Committee announces new software for undergraduate advising

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