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Written by the victors

Speaking on the University’s history of discrimination, a professor’s “approach was far from the solemn tribute one would expect for such a delicate subject.”


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White noise

Local residents and students should talk out noise expectations rather than resorting to the police.


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Green light go

The University’s speech policies deserve praise and continued attention from students to ensure they are fairly applied.


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Board room

A voting Board of Visitors member’s participation would enhance next week’s panels about the University community and its summer leadership crisis.


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Point and click

Online courses granting certificates for Virginia gun permits have lowered the standards of competency necessary for safe firearm use.


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Crimson handed

Harvard says it caught students cheating, but the school itself is guilty of giving a confusing policy regarding Internet usage on an exam


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Rank and file

Newsweek is among a coterie of media publications with a fascination for studying and grading the students at different universities. Yesterday the magazine released its annual list of the “Most Stressful Schools.” Although the University did not place, we are still embarrassed about this compilation, one indicative of a larger trend of list generation that wastes resources and could impact the decision-making process for many prospective students.


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Latest Podcast

The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.