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Honor Committee receives $500 from Society of the Purple Shadows

By Ashley Mosby | September 5, 2022

The meeting began with a visit from the Society of the Purple Shadows, who entered the Trial Room silently, adorned in purple cloaks.

Today, the University has slipped to around the 29th percentile in terms of salary compared to competitors, contributing to the loss of talent as faculty seek out higher-paying positions elsewhere.

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University struggles to retain faculty in “war on talent”

By John Bedell | September 5, 2022

Glover emphasized the wide array of causes leading to these historic vacancies — including demographic shifts, the natural ending of contracts and competition for talent.

One element of the legislation is the implementation of a quiz to test a CIO’s understanding of the way the funding process works.

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Student Council to update Student Activities Fee guidelines

By John Bedell | September 5, 2022

The goal of this legislation is to make it easier for members of Student Council to understand the nature of funding requests and to process them more efficiently.

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Robbery reported on 100 block of Maury Avenue

By Lexi Baker | September 4, 2022

The vehicle was later involved in a crash on the 2000 block of Hessian Road where the juvenile was arrested and a firearm was recovered from the car.

According to Jalane Schmidt, associate professor of religious studies and director of the Memory Project, the idea for this exhibit has been in the works for several years.

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Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library unveils exhibit on the “Unite the Right” rally

By Julianne Saunders | September 4, 2022

Among the artifacts are tiki torches picked up after the mob dispersed and a gas canister contributed by Jalane Schmidt, Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of The Memory Project.

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U.Va. welcomes 4,053 first-years to Grounds

By Avery Donmoyer | September 1, 2022

In an email statement to The Cavalier Daily, Dean of Admissions Gregory Roberts stated that diversity is one of the top priorities for the Office of Admission and the University.

Both Brewbike and Pronto cited the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for their businesses’ closures.

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Business changes around Grounds prompt both disappointment and excitement from students

By Elizabeth Rambo | September 1, 2022

Both Brewbike and Pronto cited the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business.

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Whispering Wall inscription removed after almost a year of closure to the public

By Merrill Hart | August 31, 2022

Now officially known as the Whispering Wall, the structure has reopened to the public with its dedication to Hume removed.

This community alert is the third of August — following shots fired incidents Aug. 16 and 29.

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Brandishing incident reported in 100 block of 14th Street

By Emma Gallagher | August 30, 2022

The suspect was described as a male in his late 30s, about 5 feet 10 inches tall and 150 pounds.

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Honor Committee holds first meeting of the new academic year, selections of new support officers to be held in coming weeks

By Ashley Mosby | August 30, 2022

At the final meeting of the spring semester, the Honor Committee expressed interest in the development of a multi-sanction system but plans for this were not discussed at the meeting on Sunday.

Jenkins remembers Robertson’s legacy as creating exceptional opportunities and learning experiences for McIntire students.

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McIntire School of Commerce supporter Julian Robertson, Jr. dies at 90

By Avery Donmoyer | August 29, 2022

Robertson was a signatory of the Giving Pledge, which means that he formally pledged to donate the majority of his wealth to philanthropic projects.

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University Democrats and the Democratic Party of Virginia call for Ellis’ resignation or removal

By Lexi Baker | August 29, 2022

The statement draws attention to Ellis’ controversial past as a student where he played a role in bringing a eugenicist to speak and refused to co-sponsor an event with the Gay Student Union.

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Shots fired incident reported in 200 block of 9th Street

By Lexi Baker | August 29, 2022

Witnesses reported hearing multiple gun shots and the sound of a vehicle being stuck but no description of the subject was provided.

Founded in 1972 at the University, GSU was later renamed the Lesbian and Gay Student Union and today is known as the Queer Student Union.

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Ellis denied Gay Student Union co-sponsorship request as student, archives show

By Eva Surovell and Ava MacBlane | August 28, 2022

The decision came just a month after Ellis and the Union had also been at the center of controversy for hosting a debate featuring William Shockley.

Student Council meetings are Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Newcomb Hall.

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Student Council wraps up summer funding round, looks to fall semester

By Emma Gallagher | August 27, 2022

Ryan Cieslukowski, director of funding reform and support updates and fourth-year Batten student, shared several updates related to the Student Activities Fee funding process.

Neither the University Police Department nor the Charlottesville Police Department made any arrests at the annual Wertland Street Block Party.

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Charlottesville Police Department records no arrests at Wertland Street Block Party

By John Bedell | August 26, 2022

While none of these arrests were made specifically on Wertland St. — instead being made on Madison Ln. — these arrests coincided with the date of Block Party.

Former medical student Kieran Bhattacharya was dismissed from the University’s School of Medicine in 2018.

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Court grants University’s motion for summary judgment in Bhattacharya case

By Emma Gallagher | August 24, 2022

The opinion concluded that the reason for Bhattacharya’s dismissal was that he was “repeatedly involuntarily committed to mental health institutions for threatening others” — incidents which happened to occur around the same time as his statements at the panel.

More than 500 organizations attended this year's fair.

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Student Activities fair showcases diverse organizations from all over Grounds

By Merrill Hart | August 23, 2022

No students passed out at this year's fair.

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Board of Visitors meets for annual retreat, emphasizes working together despite political differences

By Lexi Baker | August 23, 2022

University President Jim Ryan said the University has remarkable standing among other universities, as seen through financial reports, rankings and financial aid opportunities.

Students have been preparing for move-in most of the summer, as incoming students received their dorm assignments and respective move-in date and time slot in June.

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Class of 2026 arrives on Grounds anticipating new friends, experiences

By Lexi Baker and Julianne Saunders | August 22, 2022

Move-in will continued through the weekend.

Honor Committee receives $500 from Society of the Purple Shadows

University struggles to retain faculty in “war on talent”

Student Council to update Student Activities Fee guidelines

Robbery reported on 100 block of Maury Avenue

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library unveils exhibit on the “Unite the Right” rally

U.Va. welcomes 4,053 first-years to Grounds

Business changes around Grounds prompt both disappointment and excitement from students

Whispering Wall inscription removed after almost a year of closure to the public

Brandishing incident reported in 100 block of 14th Street

Honor Committee holds first meeting of the new academic year, selections of new support officers to be held in coming weeks

McIntire School of Commerce supporter Julian Robertson, Jr. dies at 90

University Democrats and the Democratic Party of Virginia call for Ellis’ resignation or removal

Shots fired incident reported in 200 block of 9th Street

Ellis denied Gay Student Union co-sponsorship request as student, archives show

Student Council wraps up summer funding round, looks to fall semester

Charlottesville Police Department records no arrests at Wertland Street Block Party

Court grants University’s motion for summary judgment in Bhattacharya case

Student Activities fair showcases diverse organizations from all over Grounds

Board of Visitors meets for annual retreat, emphasizes working together despite political differences

Class of 2026 arrives on Grounds anticipating new friends, experiences

Attempted robbery reported on Jefferson Park Avenue

U.Va. to build $300 million biotechnology institute

Charlottesville and Albemarle County schools pursue name changes

Honor Committee discusses case implications of generative AI software

Rojas elected chair of Student Council representative body

University Judiciary Committee sanctions two organizations for hazing

Reviewing Tony Elliott’s first season with Virginia football

Experiencing cultural empowerment with Yuca Mofongo

New members are welcomed into sororities as Inter-Sorority Council concludes first fully in-person recruitment since 2020

Indieheads promotes student connection and collaboration through music

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