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E-verify may emerge in Virginia

With the introduction of a new state initiative, Virginia officials are in the process of creating an electronic identity authentication system which will include residents’ addresses, driver’s license numbers and other personal information for use by state agencies.


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Miller Center, Washington Post investigate American Dream

An increasing number of Americans are losing faith in the “American Dream,” as financial hardships and stagnant jobs are weighing down on people across the country, according to a poll conducted jointly by the Miller Center and The Washington Post earlier this month.


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Joseph Gordon-Levitt "dons" interesting new role

With his recent on-screen successes, Joseph Gordon-Levitt has decided to try his luck behind the camera with an offbeat love story, “Don Jon.” In addition to writing the screenplay, he stars in the film alongside Scarlett Johansson and seasoned veterans Julianne Moore and Tony Danza.


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Housing Issue: Off-Grounds

The main attraction to Wertland is its vibrant social life and wide variety of apartments. From smaller, old-fashioned buildings, to grand historical houses, to brand-spanking-new-never-been-lived-in apartments, Wertland offers it all at a variety of prices — most of which are affordable.


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Virginia's fight against hazing continues

University hazing policies came under spotlight last spring when the Office of the Dean of Students issued new rush and pledging policies in response to several hazing allegations and a January night during which 10 University students were hospitalized for alcohol-related incidents.


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Housing Issue: On-Grounds

The Lawn, which was the center of Thomas Jefferson’s original design for the University, is the middle of Central Grounds. While “Lawnies,” the term for those who live on the Lawn, can roll out of bed and into the Rotunda, a trip to the Aquatic and Fitness Center, Gilmer Hall or North Grounds requires a bit of a walk.


Sports

Women's Soccer edges Maryland, remains unbeaten

Accustomed to high-scoring affairs, the Cavaliers (11-0-0, 5-0-0 ACC) were held to just one goal against the Terrapins (6-5-0, 2-3-0 ACC), but their defense proved impenetrable as they held on for a 1-0 win, extending their season-opening winning streak to 11 games.


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Local businesses seek share of University spending

Recent protests by the Living Wage Campaign have turned a greater focus towards the University’s use of contractors. Ridge Schuyler, who helped to author a report on poverty in Charlottesville, sees the University’s contracting operations as an opportunity.


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Cuccinelli, McAuliffe continue war of words

The negative campaign between Attorney General Ken Cuccinnelli and former Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe continued at the Virginia Gubernatorial Debate held on Wednesday, with each candidate personally attacking the other’s views on health care, women’s issues and gun rights. The debate was held at the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce.


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A night in the ER

Fluorescent lights shine harshly over the tiled floors and empty couches of the waiting area of the Medical Center’s Emergency Room.

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Indieheads is one of many Contracted Independent Organizations at the University dedicated to music, though it stands out to students for many reasons. Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli describes his experience and involvement in Indieheads over the years, as well as the impact that the organization has had on his personal and musical development.