EDITORIAL: DEI belongs at U.Va.
By Editorial Board | March 16, 2025The bottom line is that an institutional shift has occurred. Today, DEI is done at the University — and we are all worse off because of it.
The bottom line is that an institutional shift has occurred. Today, DEI is done at the University — and we are all worse off because of it.
Although frustration at the timing and specificity of the police response to this situation is understandable, UPD’s response must be understood in the context of other safety challenges over the past few years.
Advocates saving AI a seat in the classroom are in desperate need of a reality check.
The Contemplative Commons stands as a testament to the value of spaces that transcend commercial imperatives, fostering interdisciplinary engagement and experiential learning.
Penicillin was discovered in a moldy petri dish — this government would have it thrown out because it was wasting space on the counter.
By attempting to contain, or even eliminate uncomfortable narratives, the administration incrementally consolidates power and frays communal trust.
Ramadan at the University should not be a time in which students must choose between academic success and religious observance.
The combination of poor staffing and high incarceration rates is no coincidence — incarceration in Virginia is a profit-driven business.
Throughout their tenures on the Student Council, these candidates have shown a sincere commitment to external accountability and an ability to critically analyze internal inefficiencies.
Each candidate has looked to the past to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Honor system and has also exhibited forward-thinking solutions to the Committee’s present challenges.
All four of these candidates articulated innovative and practical ideas to better promote the internal sustainability of UJC.
Furthermore, each of these candidates passionately established their focus on the protection of student resources through bargaining with administration.
As we engage with the rest of this beautiful month, we and our University must find a way to rectify such a damning legacy these Grounds hold.
Virginia would do well to embrace, not shun, sanctuary city laws in knee-jerk reactions to popular notions of sanctuary cities.
Instead of relying on the expected benevolence of civilians, the City should take full responsibility for the clearing of sidewalks throughout the City.
As future physicians, we cannot remain silent, especially since U.Va. Health is one of the most comprehensive gender health centers in the country.
The Supreme Court must prioritize protecting the litigating power of the people against potentially tyrannical laws by their government.
It is high time to resist these authoritative and dangerous actions before there are no federal avenues left for resistance.
Unfortunately, this negative press is fully the fault of U.Va. Health — it failed to address significant stakeholder concerns when crafting its justification.
University leadership, Greek life organizations and students themselves must recommit to the safety provided by an effective and knowledgeable use of medical amnesty.