Author Susana Morris talks ‘worldbuilding’ and Octavia Butler’s legacy
By Luca Bailey | March 28, 2026The discussion was inspired by Morris’ new book, “Positive Obsession,” about the life and contributions of author Octavia Butler.
The discussion was inspired by Morris’ new book, “Positive Obsession,” about the life and contributions of author Octavia Butler.
Following the session’s conclusion, Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) has 30 days to sign, veto or recommend amendments to legislation that both the House and Senate passed, according to Virginia law.
Vice Rector Victoria Harker immediately moved the committee into closed session to begin the interview process for the student representative position.
According to his close friends, colleagues and family members, he will be remembered for his commitment to the communities which he was involved in and for going above and beyond in everything he did, from his scientific discoveries to his care for the people around him.
According to Thomas Ackleson, Committee chair and fourth-year Engineering student, the Committee aims to resolve as many honor cases as reasonably possible without compromising the integrity of the sanctioning process.
Cary, who formerly served as adjunct professor in the Politics Department and White House speechwriter for George H.W Bush, discussed Henry's infamous “Give me Liberty or Give me Death,” speech at the Second Virginia Convention in 1775.
Student Council met Tuesday for their weekly general body meeting and announced that the Executive Board voted prior to the meeting to postpone its leadership transition as the Student Council presidential election remains under review.
University spokesperson Bethanie Glover announced in an email release Wednesday that the University will pause its search for a permanent executive vice president and provost, delaying the selection of a new provost until the next academic year at the earliest.
In her talk, Anderson laid out her process for writing novels, which she said she hopes will allow young readers to connect with fictional characters from the 18th century and learn to enjoy history in the process.
Despite growing tensions surrounding the drug raid scandal at the University, students could now find the success of the women’s basketball team in reaching the Final Four tournament as a “beacon of hope.”
New faces joined five committees and subcommittees with sway over higher education issues.
Student Council voted to table a proposed bylaw amendment March 17 that would change how alleged violations of its Code of Ethics are handled and would require review by the Rules and Ethics Board instead of automatic suspension.
Senators heard from Jim Lambert, faculty representative to the Board of Visitors, who discussed the Board’s one-day meeting March 5.
The University’s Persian Cultural Society released a statement on Instagram March 13 responding to the defacement of their Beta Bridge mural.
According to the report, UBE received 10 complaints during spring 2026 — nine of which related to student elections last month — and issued rulings in all cases.
Class of 2026 School of Medicine students gathered outside of Old Cabell Hall Friday to celebrate Match Day.
The event also honored the inaugural recipient of the Spirit of 1974 Award, Simone Minor, Center intern and fourth-year College student.
Panelists opened the discussion by explaining how the exponential rate of technological development in the 21st century poses unique challenges to democratic institutions and corporations in regulating AI.
While the University's overall acceptance rate has decreased since 2023, the magnitude of the declining admissions rate differs significantly by race.
The JRB’s decision found that the UBE failed to adequately compose, examine and address the irregularities presented by Andrews surrounding the Student Council presidential election.