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For more than 25 years, Envision has served as the University of Virginia's publication dedicated to highlighting the entire landscape of philanthropic impact. Envision demonstrates the variety of opportunities to support the University by telling the stories of our loyal benefactors and those who have benefited from the generosity of the UVA community.

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UVA Giving
Record $6 Billion Raised in UVA’s ‘Honor the Future’ Campaign
The campaign, launched in October 2019, far exceeded its original $5 billion fundraising goal.
UVA Giving
Success in Every Arena
The gift is a continuation of Tim and Jennifer Smith’s decades long generosity to the University.
Student Experience
A Little Help Goes a Long Way
A new gift to the Cavalier Fund helps more students access all that UVA has to offer on Grounds.
Gift Planning
Starman
Dan Fennessy, a pilot and paramedic, will sustain the McCormick Observatory's operations and outreach programs with a gift from his estate.
Scholarships
Continuing the Care
Alumna and Conway scholar Keli Presley (Ed ’23, Nurs ’25) returns to Grounds.
Story  •  May 12, 2025
Family Affair
Supporting restoration of UVA’s iconic buildings preserves cherished memories.
Service
Small Acts
Lawyer-turned-producer Amanda Upson makes time to mentor students through the Career Center’s Virginia Alumni Network.
Service
Team Bradshaw
John and Jane Bradshaw’s abiding interest in the UVA community has led them to support a wide range of areas within the University.

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The Gift of Education

At UVA, education is truly everything.

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UVA Democracy in Action: Melody Barnes
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UVA Democracy in Action: Melody Barnes
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UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy
The Heart of Research: Daria Skwarznska
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The Heart of Research: Daria Skwarznska

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UVA Giving
Success in Every Arena
The gift is a continuation of Tim and Jennifer Smith’s decades long generosity to the University.
Rotunda Sunset
UVA Giving
Record $6 Billion Raised in UVA’s ‘Honor the Future’ Campaign
The campaign, launched in October 2019, far exceeded its original $5 billion fundraising goal.
Dan Fennessy
Gift Planning
Starman
Dan Fennessy, a pilot and paramedic, will sustain the McCormick Observatory's operations and outreach programs with a gift from his estate.
Coral Reefs in Bermuda
Research
Creating a New Dynamic for Coral Reefs
Creating a New Dynamic for Coral Reefs...
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.
Comet Another World
Research
A Treasured Collection of Illustration and 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.
Grid of former presidents
Democracy
Preserving the Presidency
Former presidents and those who worked with them have much to teach future generations about the presidency.

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Cam Morales
Scholarships
Ready for Impact
Cam Morales is looking forward to shaping the public good in the world of Washington, D.C., policymaking.
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Scholarships
Continuing the Care
Alumna and Conway scholar Keli Presley (Ed ’23, Nurs ’25) returns to Grounds.
Brian Douglas
Making His Mark
Bicentennial Scholar and kinesiology major Brian Douglas fosters accessibility on Grounds.
Portrait of the Botsfords
Research
Best Wishes for the Future
Best Wishes for the Future...
Marti Snell and Annette Porter sitting on a bench
Scholarships
The Marti Snell Scholarship Fund
At UVA’s School of Education and Human Development, Annette Martin Porter (Ed ’78, ’82) found a mentor in pioneering faculty Martha “Marti” Snell. Porter created the Marti Snell Scholarship Fund, which will aid selected students in the Education School’s Department of Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education.
Evan Scott
Faculty Support
Evan Scott—The Thomas A. Saunders III Family Jefferson Scholars Foundation Distinguished University Professor
Just months after joining the faculty at UVA’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, Evan Scott is already making headlines for groundbreaking research that could transform how the body accepts transplanted organs without compromising the immune system.
Michael Lenox
Faculty Support
Michael Lenox— The Donna and Richard Tadler University Professor of Entrepreneurship
New endowed University professorships will connect and amplify entrepreneurship and innovation efforts across UVA.
BRS Reception
Scholarships
Blue Ridge Scholars Celebrates Ten Years
Bringing the best students to Grounds. The Blue Ridge Scholarship fund was established in 2014 to benefit students with exceptional promise and significant financial need.
Ruben Basantes Member of the Lawn Society
Scholarships
It Takes an Academical Village
Basantes is helping others navigate the path to educational and professional achievement through his support of UVA’s Bolívar Network, which connects Hispanic and Latinx students and alumni, mentors undergraduates, and provides scholarships.
Sunset over School of Data Science
Scholarships
School of Data Science Receives Gift to Create Scholarships in Newly Established Major
A generous Bicentennial Scholarship gift from Scott and Beth Stephenson will support undergraduate Bachelor of Science majors in the School of Data Science.
The Hobgoods in Backyard
Scholarships
“Share It to Me!”
Victoria (Tori) Hobgood (SCPS ’13) and Ben Hobgood believe in sharing, whether that means encouraging their two sons to take turns on the backyard swing or something much, much bigger—sharing the privilege of attending the University of Virginia. The couple’s recent gift, which established the Hobgood Bicentennial Scholars Fund, will support students pursuing their education in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies—the first endowed undergraduate scholarship in the school’s history.
Portrait of Dean Christa Acampora
Faculty Support
Five Questions: Christa Acampora
Five Questions with Christa Acampora, Buckner W. Clay Professor of Philosophy and Dean, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences
Portrait of Dean Stephanie Rowley
Faculty Support
Five Questions: Stephanie Rowley
Five Questions with Stephanie Rowley, Dean of the School of Education and Human Development
Amelia Wald at a holiday party
Scholarships
The Marvelous Ms. Wald (Part 3)

Catching up with College alumna and UVA Club board member Amelia Wald in New York City.

Catching up with College alumna and UVA Club board member Amelia Wald in New York City.
Hibah Shaikh (Col ’24)
Scholarships
On and Off the Court
A UVA alumnus honors his McIntire education, family, and love of sports by supporting scholarships.
November Grounds
Scholarships
First-Generation Students at UVA to Benefit from $5M Scholarship Gift
A $5 million grant from the Shelby Cullom Davis Charitable Fund Inc. will bolster the University’s efforts to attract, support and retain a growing number of first-generation college students.
Shavonne Gordon and daughter
Scholarships
All Systems Go
Trailblazer Shavonne Banks Gordon helps others navigate the path to success.
James Ballowe Jr. & Donna Bucella
Scholarships
A History Together
Friends since they first met at UVA, James Ballowe and Donna Bucella have made some history, too.
Jewel Elliot
Student Experience
Playing to Her Strengths
Bicentennial Scholar Jewel Elliott finds her place on Grounds.
Portrait of Dan Duke
Scholarships
Honoring a Lifetime of Teaching Excellence
A new scholarship at the School of Education and Human Development honors legendary professor Dan Duke.

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