By addressing the demand of University students — who often favor location above other factors in their housing search — this project would have also helped ease competition in nearby neighborhoods.
Removing essays entirely, rather than just reverting to their previous tradition of using expressive, personable prompts, marks a significant departure from the school’s admissions culture.
Virginia must remember that, in this new era of college athletics, success will depend not just on attracting talent, but on keeping it.
The city has made several past efforts to reduce homelessness, but the growing number of unhoused people suggests that these temporary solutions are simply not enough.
In this uncertain environment, the University must act creatively and strategically to ensure it can maintain its commitment to affordability.
