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Aerial of Brandon Avenue Construction
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A Bright Site for Wellness and Community
Since the opening of the new Student Health & Wellness Center in the fall of 2021, there has been steady progress on the redevelopment of Brandon Avenue.
Cavalier Marching Band Twirler
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The Gift of a Band
The Cavalier Marching Band continues to make the game-day experience a UVA phenomenon—while having some serious fun.
Lauren Russell
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A Lifetime Volunteer
Driven by a lifelong passion for volunteering, a UVA alumna gives back to the Batten School.
Students of the Design Discovery Program created spoons
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UVA Design Discovery Program
Whether or not we acknowledge it, design is an integral part of our daily lives.
Split image of rendering of McIntire Building alongside aerial of Athletics fields
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Upping the Game
A gift from Ramon W. Breeden Jr. (McIntire ’56) will support the McIntire Expansion Project and fund the Athletics Master Plan.
Jewel Elliot
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Playing to Her Strengths
Bicentennial Scholar Jewel Elliott finds her place on Grounds.
Valencia
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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.
Olivia in Copenhagen
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Lost and Found
Scholarship support for study abroad helped this first-generation college student and aspiring neuroscientist refocus her academic passion.
Tim and Thomas Widmark Gift
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Supporting Their Service
An anonymous gift provides student veterans with on-field recognition during baseball games and additional support for unexpected expenses.
Bridge to Beauty
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Bridge to Beauty
Students and other members of the University community will soon have an attractive new option for traveling to and from Central Grounds on foot.
President Ryan Speaking at Boar's Head
Update  •  October 31, 2022
$10 Million Investment in 'Cavalier Fund' to Broaden Opportunities for Students
University of Virginia President Jim Ryan on Friday announced a substantial investment in a fund that provides opportunities for more students to fully participate in the University’s enriching residential experience.
Robyn Hadley
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Five Questions: Robyn S. Hadley
We asked questions of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer, Dean of Students at the close of her first academic year on Grounds.
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