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Honor the Future

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The foundation of the University, by design, supports an environment where education, democracy, and research can thrive. Ensuring these pursuits continue to serve the commonwealth, our nation, and the world, is critical to the future of our society and well-being of all.

For Sustaining Education
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The Gift of Education
For Securing Democracy
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The Work of Democracy
For Driving Research
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The Heart of Research
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Discovery
6:20
Honor the Future Campaign Intro Video

This is how we Honor the Future.

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The Heart of Research
Research
3:23
The Heart of Research
UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy
Democracy
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UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy
The Gift of Education
Education
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The Gift of Education

Impact Stories

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Portrait of the Botsfords
Research
Best Wishes for the Future
Best Wishes for the Future...
Commons Threads in Neuroscience cover image
Research
Common Threads in Neuroscience
Common Threads in Neuroscience...
School of Data Science - Night View
Research
Data Base
In May the School of Data Science celebrated the opening of its new home. The building consolidates the school, anchors the University’s emerging Emmet-Ivy corridor, and tangibly demonstrates UVA’s commitment to enabling discoveries that improve lives.
Linh Luong in cap and gown
Scholarships
Honor the Future Teachers
With a brand-new master’s degree in education, Linh Luong reflects on what she learned as a student-teacher.
Portrait of Lane Raspberry
Research
Democratizing Data
Lane Rasberry Aims to Change the World One Wikipedia Entry at a Time
Josephine Lea Iselin with a collection of books
Research
A Treasured Collection of Artistry & Whimsy
A major gift from a noted book collector will allow the Iselin Collection of Humor to reside in the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library.
Aerial shot of Zambia
Research
Agents of Change
Frackson Mumba is leading a multinational charge to transform science education.
Rotunda Capitals with Digital Overlay
Democracy
An Investment in Democracy
Grand Challenges Research Investments move the needle
Poplar Table
Research
A Future for Fallen Trees
Student-led design research results in an innovative wood sustainability project of beautiful proportions.
Shavonne Gordon and daughter
Scholarships
All Systems Go
Trailblazer Shavonne Banks Gordon helps others navigate the path to success.
Students of the Design Discovery Program created spoons
Student Experience
UVA Design Discovery Program
Whether or not we acknowledge it, design is an integral part of our daily lives.
Spencer Tassone in Creek
Research
Testing the Waters
Spencer Tassone’s novel research reveals heat waves—in rivers
Valencia
Student Experience
UVA in Valencia at 40
The University’s flagship study abroad program, UVA in Valencia, celebrated 40 years of helping students discover Spain and the world beyond.
Brain Data
Research
Unlocking the Mysteries of Neurological Disease
A native of Germany with an illustrious career, Harrison Distinguished Teaching Professor of
Neuroscience Harald Sontheimer discusses groundbreaking Alzheimer’s research representative of UVA’s
Grand Challenges Research Investments.
The University’s fundraising successes indicate a high level of commitment and devotion among our community that is essential to making our goals a reality. I’m incredibly grateful for the investment in UVA’s future.

— Jim Ryan

Campaign Leadership

Peter Grant II

Peter Grant II

(Col ’78, Darden ’86)

Chair


Martha Lubin Karsh

Martha Lubin Karsh

(Col ’78, Law ’81)

Co-Chair


Malcolm Brogdon

Malcolm Brogdon

(Col ’15, Batten ’16)

Co-Chair


Campaign Executive Committee Vice Chairs

Co-Vice Chairs for Schools/Units/Foundations
Marcia Gilliam (Wise ’82) & Richard Tadler (McIntire ’78)

Vice Chair for Pan-University Initiatives
Scott Stephenson (Engr ’79)

Vice Chair for Health
Kenneth Botsford (Col ’75, Med ’79)

Vice Chair for Principal Gifts
David Burke (McIntire ’88, Law ’93, Grad Arts & Sciences ’94)

Co-Vice Chairs for Regional Markets
Pamela Edmonds (Col ’91) & Lisa Smith (Col ’85)

Campaign Executive Committee