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Along with song and dance, members of the group explained their culture through humorous dialogue.

Liberation and Freedom Day celebration features Chihamba and Geechee Gullah Ring Shouters

By Merrill Hart | March 6, 2023

The gathering in Newcomb Ballroom began with a moment of silence to honor the free and enslaved Black community.

Officers were initially alerted to gunshots at the scene near Emmet Street, about two miles away from central Grounds.

Officers shot man after being threatened by firearm during ensuing chase

By Merrill Hart | February 28, 2023

The scene was later labeled stable — per a third community alert sent at 12:22 p.m — but police presence continues.

47 percent of those accepted identify as students of color, an increase from 45 percent from last year’s early action cycle.

16 percent of early action applicants gain admission to U.Va.

By Merrill Hart | February 13, 2023

The University received a record number of 55,845 applications for the Class of 2027, an increase from 50,813 applications the year before.

Mincer’s on The Corner was established in Charlottesville in 1948 as a pipe shop called Mincer’s Humidor by Robert W. Mincer, Mark’s grandfather.

A legacy for the ages: Mark Mincer’s impact on Grounds

By Merrill Hart and Diem Trinh | February 10, 2023

Mincer’s son, Cal Mincer, described his father as a family man who cherished U.Va. sports and his position working on the Corner in the middle of the University bustle.

$168,485 of the budget comes from the Student Activities Fee — the $50 fee students pay yearly as part of their tuition — and $8,535 comes from private, non-SAF funding.

Where your student activity fee goes: an overview of the spring 2023 Student Council budget

By John Bedell and Merrill Hart | February 9, 2023

Ceci Cain, Student Council president and Batten student, said she sees the budget as concrete evidence of the organization’s evolving efforts to benefit the student body.

Community alerts are shared via email to the University community when there is timely information about a threat that can be released to the community without compromising any ongoing investigations.

Fatal shooting incident reported on 1000 Grove Street

By Merrill Hart | January 30, 2023

According to the alert, police initially responded to reports of gunshots heard on Grove Street, located near the University Hospital. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered one male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.

The 20 year-old male suspect brought a knife into a business then fled to Maury Avenue. According to a witness, he wore blue jeans, a t-shirt and a black jacket.

Attempted robbery reported on Jefferson Park Avenue

By Merrill Hart | January 23, 2023

No injuries were reported, and the suspect's connection to the University remains unknown.

Both groups have fully cooperated with University investigations.

Club Gymnastics and University Guide Service found guilty of hazing misconduct

By Merrill Hart | January 18, 2023

Both groups fully cooperated with the investigation and were referred to the UJC for adjudication.

The General Assembly convened its 2023 session Wednesday and Ellis’ appointment will be voted on within the next several weeks.

Undergraduate and graduate student leadership requests Senate leaders deny Ellis’ confirmation to Board of Visitors

By Eva Surovell , Ava MacBlane and Merrill Hart | January 11, 2023

Since the announcement of his appointment to the Board by Governor Glenn Youngkin in August, Ellis has been at the center of controversy.

Following the audit report, the Committee entered closed session to consider the performance of administrative personnel and consult with legal representatives concerning an undisclosed compliance matter within U.Va Health.

Board of Visitors reviews financial audit, discusses end of public health emergency

By Merrill Hart | December 14, 2022

Five audit projects were completed in the second quarter of the 2022 fiscal year, with 13 currently in progress.

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Liberation and Freedom Day celebration features Chihamba and Geechee Gullah Ring Shouters

Officers shot man after being threatened by firearm during ensuing chase

16 percent of early action applicants gain admission to U.Va.

A legacy for the ages: Mark Mincer’s impact on Grounds

Where your student activity fee goes: an overview of the spring 2023 Student Council budget

Fatal shooting incident reported on 1000 Grove Street

Attempted robbery reported on Jefferson Park Avenue

Club Gymnastics and University Guide Service found guilty of hazing misconduct

Undergraduate and graduate student leadership requests Senate leaders deny Ellis’ confirmation to Board of Visitors

Board of Visitors reviews financial audit, discusses end of public health emergency

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