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Life under a cloud of charges

The day Stephanie Garrison expected to find out if she had been granted an appeal by the Honor Committee she donated her hair to Locks of Love. "I thought this would physically be a weight off my shoulders," Garrison said. Instead, Garrison was told the Committee needed two more days to decide. "I would not wish this on anyone," Stephanie Garrison said of the honor proceedings she has been a part of since fall 2005. Garrison was originally found guilty by the University Judiciary Committee of violating Standards of Conduct following an underage drinking incident in March 2005. She was assigned to complete "Choices," a five-hour alcohol education class, to complete several hours of SafeRide duty and to have a consultation with the Counseling and Psychological Services office.

U.Va. will be first to install new 'Gamma Knife'

The University Health System anticipates installing the new Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion in early 2007 in the hopes of offering treatment to more neural patients.

After guilty verdict in honor proceedings, appeal granted

Following the guilty verdict handed down by an honor jury Jan. 22, Stephanie Garrison had two weeks to file her intent to appeal if she wished to stay in classes for her final semester at the University. Garrison was found guilty of lying to the University Judiciary Committee about completing several sanctions stemming from an underage drinking incident in March 2005. According to Honor Chair Alison Tramba, dismissed students have the option of filing an expedited appeal which allows a student to remain in classes following a guilty verdict, provided they file intent to appeal by the Wednesday following the trial.

Study: Student political engagement strong

At the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association held last week, two professors shared a study proving that college students are more involved in politics and elections than was previously thought. The study, conducted by University of Rochester Prof.

JPJ events cause parking conflicts at U-Hall

The parking schedule at University Hall is stirring up complaints from students and staff, as crowds attending events at John Paul Jones arena overflow into parking spaces at U-Hall used by University staff and students. With the new arena now attracting artists who draw large audiences, thousands of people and their cars have been overflowing the arena's 1,500 parking spaces.

Couric debuts as CBS evening news anchor

StudCo sets new goals, focuses on initiating change

At its first meeting of the semester yesterday evening, Student Council members emphasized their desire to make tangible contributions to the University community. "Our main focus this year is making a substantive difference" at the University," Council President Darius Nabors said, explaining Council's new emphasis on not only passing legislation, but putting it into effect, as well as creating change through the work of committees. Council consists of a representative body as well as a group of standing committees.

Tree falls, blocking entrance to building

A centuries-old tree fell in front of the Department of Drama yesterday morning, blocking the building's main entrance. The oak tree, which measured four and a half feet in diameter and over one hundred feet in height, reportedly fell around 7 a.m.

Dean Wilcox Takes the Reins

Sarah Wilcox is the new dean on the block, and her students say she seems to be more than qualified for the job. Assistant Dean Wilcox began working in the Office of Student Life July 5, taking the place of Daisy Rodriguez, taking over both general dean responsibilities and specialized responsibilities for Asian Pacific-American students. Wilcox said she was drawn to the job because she got to work with the A/APA community but was not limited to working with a specific group. "It was a blend, and I loved it," Wilcox said General responsibilities include "responding to crisis situations" in whatever form and magnitude they take place. Wilcox said she responds to issues anywhere from student deaths to parents who need travel accommodations to Charlottesville. As a resource for Asian and Asian Pacific-American students, Wilcox said, she is still getting to know all of the different groups and students so she can be an ally to them and an advocate for their programs. "I want to put in the time to build those relationships," Wilcox said. Patrick Lee, president of the Asian Student Union, said Wilcox hit the ground running when it came to getting involved with the students. Lee said Wilcox has been to most of the 20 meetings that the Asian student groups hosted, Lee said. "She's making a concentrated effort to get to know each student group," he said. Dean Wilcox said she is excited to work with the entire student body, regardless of whether or not a student is of Asian descent. "The best part of the job is getting to know students," Wilcox said. In working with students, Wilcox said she holds the ideal of student self-governance in high-esteem.

Couric debuts as CBS evening news anchor

University alumna Katie Couric broke new ground last night as the first permanent female anchor for any major network news evening program.

Controversy before conviction

In an honor trial in January, former University student Stephanie Garrison was found guilty of lying.

Miller Center to televise weekly lecture series

The University's Miller Center of Public Affairs announced Sept. 1 that WVPT-Virginia Public Television will begin broadcasting the weekly lecture series "Miller Center Forums" Sept.

Perry starts as new assoc. dean of students

Leonard Perry officially took office yesterday as the new senior associate dean of students, replacing Shamim Sisson, who retired after 18 years at the University. During her time at the University, Sisson was an active member of the community, said Dean of Students Penny Rue.

The last days of a landmark

Vandals spray-paint 11 cars on JPA Saturday

Walking to his car Sunday afternoon, third-year College student Mark Rosenthal discovered a line of bright green paint sprayed across the side of his vehicle. Rosenthal's car--as well as 10 other vehicles parked along Jefferson Park Avenue Saturday night--had been vandalized with spray paint. According to Sgt.

Armed man arrested under fraternity porch

An armed man was apprehended Friday night after being chased by the police into the back yard of the Chi Omega sorority house.

Honor, UJC to collaborate on dorm presentations

At last night's meeting, the Honor Committee discussed an enhanced dorm liaison program set to begin in late September. While Honor and the University Judiciary Committee have worked together on a similar program in the past, this year is the first in which specific Honor and UJC information will be made available to students, Vice Chair for Education Kendal Fox said. In the past, educators only facilitated discussion among residents rather than provide information about their organizations. Fox said a UJC educator will be paired with an educator from Honor. Each UJC-Honor team will then be assigned a first-year dorm with which they will set up times to meet with residents in halls or suites. The educators will provide pizza and give a short presentation on the different roles of Honor and UJC, Fox added. They then will facilitate a discussion about honor, ethics and integrity. Fox said the program will reiterate what first years have already learned about Honor and UJC during dorm programs held during Orientation Week but that this program will be more personal. "People are uncomfortable asking questions in that huge Chem Auditorium and being able to answer questions [in dorms], we thought that would be a good resource for students to have," Fox said. Fox said she will be meeting at the Residence Life Office this Friday to gather contact information.

Honor charges stemmed from UJC sanctions

Last May, Stephanie Garrison walked the Lawn during final exercises with the Class of 2006. But unlike the rest of her classmates, Garrison did not receive her diploma, even though she completed coursework for an undergraduate degree in politics. In an honor trial four months earlier, Garrison was convicted of lying--and her diploma was withheld.

Professor wins NEH grant for Dante Web site

After receiving a $186,000 grant from the National Endowment for Humanities (NEH) in April 2006 for her Web site "The World of Dante," Italian Prof.

U.Va. Law School graduate receives $10,000 Brown Award

Leslie Kendrick, a 2006 University Law School graduate, recently received the Brown Award, a $10,000 annual distinction presented by the Judge John R.