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Getting the message across

IT IS A burden - if a person stops to think about such things - to work on a newspaper at the University founded by Thomas Jefferson, a man who famously set such great store by newspapers. In 1787, Mr. Jefferson wrote: "


Opinion

Legally kind

ORIENTATION can be a stressful time. New students are worried about making the transition to the next stage of their lives amid unfamiliar surroundings.


Opinion

Second line of defense

Virginia Attorney General and University alumnus Ken Cuccinelli issued a written opinion July 1 in which he asserted the University's current firearms policy does not provide it with the legal authority to prevent concealed carry permit holders from bringing guns into on-Grounds buildings.


Opinion

Cornering the market

Among the changes that occurred in Charlottesville while students were away this summer was the opening of a new clothing store, Jack Wills, in the retail space on the Corner that previously was home to The Corner Market.


Opinion

Dismounting the pedestal

THIS year marks the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War's beginning. Even in the 21st Century, the shadow of the Confederacy looms ominously on the fringes of Southern culture.


Opinion

Breaking bread

More than a year ago, Panera Bread Company began a new initiative. The restaurant corporation took one of its locations in Clayton, Missouri and turned it into a pay-what-you-wish restaurant to help the less fortunate members of the community.


Opinion

A fireside chat

My landlord is intentionally taking away from the enjoyment of my home, and apparently I cannot do anything about it. I am a resident of the West Range.


Opinion

Going Greek

It is a breezy July afternoon. The active house huddles around a two-tiered coffee table, feet propped up in an alternating pattern.


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Latest Podcast

The Organization of Young Filipino Americans is one of many cultural Contracted Independent Organizations at the University, and their mission is to create a supportive community for Filipino students. Danella Romera, the current president of OYFA and fourth-year College student, discusses the importance of OYFA as a cultural organization and how OYFA plans for this year’s Culturefest, an annual multicultural showcase. 

Listen to the episode here.