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UVA Surgery Team Fixes Smiles a Half-World Away

The team focused on providing life-changing treatments to those without access to advanced medical care.

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Research & Discovery

‘Stop Copying Me’: Why Imitating Others Is Good for You, Most of the Time

Mirroring others’ movements and accents can foster belonging and growth – as long as it’s not mocking.

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Research & Discovery

Microplastics Are in Our Food, Water and Air. Should We Be Worried?

A UVA chemical engineer is studying the impact of exposure levels and exploring ways to reduce plastic use.

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John T. Casteen III, ‘Father of the Modern University,’ Died Tuesday After Cancer Battle

Research & Discovery

Q&A: What’s Keeping You Up at Night?

Student Experience

Hoos Ready for Spring? Grounds Is Buzzing Again!

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John T. Casteen III, ‘Father of the Modern University,’ Died Tuesday After Cancer Battle

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Hoos Ready for Spring? Grounds Is Buzzing Again!

Student Experience

Final Offers: UVA Extends Entry to Nearly 2,000 for the Class of 2029

Arts & Culture

Q&A: How Do You Become a ‘Sesame Street’ Puppeteer?

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Research & Discovery

Q&A: What’s Keeping You Up at Night?

Business & Government

Q&A: You’ve Received a Strange Text Seeking a Traffic Toll. Now What?

Student Experience

UVA Is a Big Part of This Wahoo’s American Dream

Arts & Culture

The Lesser-Known – and Happier – Life of Edgar Allan Poe

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Student Experience News in Brief: Star UVA Swimmer Named Sportsperson of the Year

University News From Pitch to Pool: How UVA’s Swimming Dynasty Mirrors Its Legendary Soccer Reign

Arts & Culture Q&A: How Do You Become a ‘Sesame Street’ Puppeteer?

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Emergency Room Veteran Trains Next Generation of Doctors

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UVA Dance Company Thrives on the Love of Movement

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A Magical Time: UVA’s First Snow of 2025

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From Pitch to Pool: How UVA’s Swimming Dynasty Mirrors Its Legendary Soccer Reign

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University of Virginia’s ‘Honor the Future’ Campaign Reaches 250,000 Individual Donors

Nearly half of all living UVA alumni have made gifts to the campaign, which launched in 2019.

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News in Brief: Jefferson Scholars Foundation Honors 5 for Excellence

The foundation recognized the professors for inspiring students, conducting groundbreaking research and making an impact beyond the classroom.

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The Bigger Picture

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Inside UVA

Join University of Virginia President Jim Ryan on his signature podcast for candid, open conversations cosponsored by the University’s radio station, WTJU.

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Faculty Spotlights

Meet some of the extraordinary faculty members who call UVA home and learn more about what brought them here and what motivates them every day.

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The latest UVA news, delivered to your inbox.

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New Drug Could Block COVID-19 Before It Starts, Study Finds

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Lunar Eclipse Scheduled for a Sky Near You

NASA Selects UVA Astronomer To Join Asteroid Mission

Measles Reported in 9 States: Here’s What You Need To Know

When It Feels Like More Than Winter Blues, What To Do?

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Q&A: How Did Online Dating Start?

Long before they started swiping right, people were making matches in the digital dating world.

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‘Wonderful’ UVA Police Officer, Animal Lover, Helps Bust Suspected Puppy Mill

Lt. Maeve O’Neil worked to rescue 81 animals, and fostered one for months.

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He Volunteered To Coach a Youth Basketball Team. What Happened Next, He’ll Cherish Forever

How a transfer UVA student turned a winless team into a championship contender – and gained appreciation for Charlottesville along the way.

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Virginia Governor Joined Hundreds To Open UVA’s New Fairfax Campus

Dignitaries spoke, the Virginia Gentlemen crooned and Cavman mugged for photos with guests, all part of Friday’s grand opening for UVA’s newest location.