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Holstege is also a professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics within the School of Medicine and formerly served as chair of the Faculty Senate. Rucker began his career at the University, and returned to Charlottesville from University of Mary Washington in 2022.

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Robyn Hadley, dean of students and vice president for student affairs, to leave U.Va. after two years

By Ava MacBlane | July 21, 2023

Hadley first came to the University to serve as vice president and chief student affairs officer in June of 2021. She replaced Patricia Lampkin, who retired after over 20 years in the role. A year later in 2022, the University announced that Hadley would also assume the role of Dean of Students, replacing interim appointment Julie Caruccio.

The high volume of people attempting to reset their passwords caused the system to be offline for a few hours Tuesday morning.

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U.Va requires students and faculty to reset passwords after suffering a cyberattack in early June

By Caroline Hagood | July 16, 2023

The University was the target of a cyberattack June 1, according to an email sent to those affected.

There were 50 weapons law violations in 2022, an increase from 42 in 2021.

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Increase in weapons law violations and overall crime rates, Charlottesville Police Department 2022 report shows

By Julianne Saunders | July 13, 2023

This report comes as Charlottesville is experiencing a significant rise in gun violence, both on and off-Grounds.

Thursday’s trial marks the third time in less than four years that Pickett has been arrested for attacking someone over his signs — one for an incident in August 2019 and another in October 2020 when he hit a University graduate student repeatedly in the head with his sign.

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Charlottesville’s “sign guy” convicted of assault and battery

By Eleanor Jenkins | July 5, 2023

Pickett commonly stations himself outside Bodo’s Bagels on the Corner with hand-painted signs criticizing Democrats and conventionally liberal ideology.

This change in masking requirements follows U.Va. Health’s announcement that team members will no longer be required to receive COVID-19 vaccinations effective Aug. 4

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Masks now optional in most of U.Va. Health main hospital

By Eli Weigner | July 2, 2023

This change in protocol reflects U.Va. Health’s desire to return to normalized operations

Diversity of the student body is the Office of Undergraduate Admission’s central goal, according to the University’s admission website.

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U.Va. evaluating admissions policies following Supreme Court reversal of affirmative action

By Avery Donmoyer | June 29, 2023

The 6-3 Supreme Court ruling found that admissions processes at Harvard and the University of North Carolina were unconstitutional because they partially relied on the consideration of race.

The Board, which consists of 17 total members who are appointed by the governor, meets four times per year and facilitates long-term planning of the University.

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Gov. Youngkin appoints four new members to the Board of Visitors

By Caroline Hagood | June 29, 2023

The four new appointments will become effective July 1 and they will attend the next Board meeting Sept. 14.

While the bylaws have formally been passed, they will likely continue to evolve as the Committee formally implements the multi-sanction system.

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Honor Committee approves foundational bylaws for new multi-sanction system

By Eleanor Jenkins | June 27, 2023

This amended Constitution will act as the foundation for Honor’s new Multi-Sanction system — which will be formally ratified this Saturday.

Deeds, who has been a Virginia State Senator since 2001 and is the incumbent candidate from former District 25, focused on funding state-run education efforts and limiting possession of firearms on college campuses.

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Creigh Deeds wins Democratic nomination for 11th District after tight race

By Cecilia Mould | June 21, 2023

As primary winner, Deeds will go on to the Nov. 7 general election where he will face Republican candidate Philip Hamilton and Independent candidate J’riah Guerrero.

COVID-19 deaths have decreased by 95 percent since the vaccine became available in 2021.

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U.Va Health to waive COVID-19 vaccine requirement for team members

By Saumya Sharma | June 21, 2023

While this change in policy follows new guidance from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, representatives say U.Va. Health continues to recommend vaccination.

Same-day, in-person registration remains open for Tuesday's election.

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What’s on the ballot? In a tight race for the 11th District, Charlottesville prepares for the primary

By Merrill Hart | June 19, 2023

State Senator Creigh Deeds and Delegate Sally Hudson are battling for the 11th district senate seat in Tuesday's Democratic primary election.

Friedman will serve in the interim position while a larger search is conducted to find a permanent replacement.

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The Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA Board hires Sue Friedman as Interim Executive Director

By Emily Horn | June 12, 2023

In Friedman’s role, she will address concerns from animal advocates regarding animal care and employee mistreatment.

The topic of DEI initiatives is especially prevalent in light of two upcoming Supreme Court cases that may limit race-conscious university admissions.

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

By Caroline Hagood | June 4, 2023

Ryan said it’s important for universities to pay attention to honest critiques and be open to changes that might make them better at meeting the needs of the institutions.

In an effort to improve fourth-year retention rates, the University at Wise has outfitted an Academic Success Center to provide students with academic support.

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

By Julianne Saunders | June 4, 2023

The University at Wise has added a new graduation requirement in the form of an experiential learning project, which gives students the opportunity to take their learning outside of the classroom.

Discussion was mainly focused on the University's 2022 Major Capital Plan

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

By Eleanor Jenkins | June 4, 2023

The Committee met Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Rotunda Board room to review the progress of the University’s many construction projects and building initiatives

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Academic and Student Life Committee announces new software for undergraduate advising

By Finn Trainer | June 3, 2023

Executive Vice President and Provost Ian Baucom explained a new model of the undergraduate advising system.

$3 billion of the total annual budget is allocated towards personnel related costs, including salary and benefits.

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

By Grace Thrush | June 3, 2023

The Board also changed tuition increases for in-state undergraduate students from a 3.7 percent increase to a 3 percent increase following a request from the Virginia Secretary of Education.

The Advancement Committee oversees University development, which includes communication with alumni and the public and organizing outreach events.

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Advancement Committee says Honor the Future campaign fundraising remains ahead of schedule

By Priya Kommu | June 3, 2023

In this fiscal year, philanthropic cash flow from donors has reached $300 million and total commitments from future donors reached $463 million.

Outside of discussion on new bylaws, the Committee also read responses to their Restorative Justice Survey

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Honor Committee strives to improve case efficiency in new bylaws

By Ashley Mosby | May 31, 2023

In the wake of this March’s passage of the student referendum, the P&P subcommittee took on a new responsibility, which was to draft the bylaws for the multi-sanction system.

Speakers will then discuss DEI efforts in both the University Police Department and Athletics.

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Board of Visitors to address diversity initiatives with Supreme Court affirmative action ruling pending

By Merrill Hart | May 31, 2023

Currently, the University considers race along with other factors such as academic performance and high school performance to build a diverse student body.

Robyn Hadley, dean of students and vice president for student affairs, to leave U.Va. after two years

U.Va requires students and faculty to reset passwords after suffering a cyberattack in early June

Increase in weapons law violations and overall crime rates, Charlottesville Police Department 2022 report shows

Charlottesville’s “sign guy” convicted of assault and battery

Masks now optional in most of U.Va. Health main hospital

U.Va. evaluating admissions policies following Supreme Court reversal of affirmative action

Gov. Youngkin appoints four new members to the Board of Visitors

Honor Committee approves foundational bylaws for new multi-sanction system

Creigh Deeds wins Democratic nomination for 11th District after tight race

U.Va Health to waive COVID-19 vaccine requirement for team members

What’s on the ballot? In a tight race for the 11th District, Charlottesville prepares for the primary

The Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA Board hires Sue Friedman as Interim Executive Director

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

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

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

Advancement Committee says Honor the Future campaign fundraising remains ahead of schedule

Honor Committee strives to improve case efficiency in new bylaws

Board of Visitors to address diversity initiatives with Supreme Court affirmative action ruling pending

Students share their experiences with the subleasing process in Charlottesville

Virginia’s newest tight end brings a national championship pedigree — in lacrosse

Juneteenth festival honors joy and resilience in Charlottesville’s Black community

KURTZWEIL: U.Va. is constructing an infrastructure conundrum

WEINER: Virginia hiring Chris Pollard is perfect for a team with lofty expectations

After two years preparing for House settlement, Virginia is ready to embrace it

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