Russell Ganim Fench language and literature Ph.D. alumnus Love of languages, cultures guided new UI director Iowa City Press-Citizen / April 4 Benjamin L. Carp history alumnus, author of “Defiance of the Patriots.” Original Tea Party steeped in controversy TELEGRAM & GAZETTE (book review) / April 4
Amori Yee Mikami psychology professor How Young Is Too Young for Facebook? CBS MoneyWatch.com  / April 4 Robert Fatton professor of politics How 'Sweet Micky' Martelly transformed from carnival singer to Haiti president Christian Science Monitor / April 5 and Former musician Michel ‘Sweet Micky’ wins Haiti presidential runoff The Miami Herald / April 4 Richard Santen medical professor Hormone therapy: The ongoing dilemma Charlotte Observer / April 5 Jeff Olick sociology professor How To Create A Social Media Scrapbook NPR / April 5 Larry Sabato director, Center for Politic...
A carbon footprint is the amount of carbon dioxide pollution that we produce as a result of our activities. Some people try to reduce their carbon footprint because they are concerned about climate change. Now, U.Va. researchers have a way for people to measure how much nitrogen pollution they produce -- their nitrogen footprint.
Despite a reduced number of programs, this year’s Virginia Festival of the Book recorded 21,520 attendees, solidly within the festival’s normal range.
University of Virginia staff and students gathered Friday at the Rotunda to celebrate the life of Ella Baker. Baker was a civil rights activist, leader and educator whose contributions to women of color can still be felt across the nation.
For this week's segment of UVa Today, CBS19's Jim Hanchett spoke with Dr. Gertrude Fraser to discuss Kitty Foster's significance to the University of Virginia. Fraser discussed the role of Foster and why UVA decided to create a site of memory and park for her next to the South Lawn Building.
Welcome to C-VILLE’s Design Annual, where each year we address the latest in local design.  We talked to outstanding students in UVA’s architecture school who are looking to solve today’s problems—from global warming to boring cities—with cutting-edge design solutions.
A building years in the making at the UVA Medical Center opens its doors. Inside the Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center patients can find their regular medical treatment options along with a few extras like a meditation room and specialty boutique.
The University of Virginia is celebrating Leonard Sandridge's nearly half century of service on grounds. The executive vice president and chief operating officer is stepping down at the end of this school year.
Thousands of University of Virginia students, faculty and staff gathered at the John Paul Jones arena Monday to honor the University's outgoing Vice President, Leonard Sandridge.
Michael Lopresti is facing the biggest decision he's ever made. A high school senior with hopes of one day becoming a surgeon, Michael followed the traditional college path: He visited campuses, applied to a range of schools—including the University of Virginia.
Transparency in government is important. Freedom-of-information laws are key to assuring it; they offer citizens a vehicle for finding out what their government is doing. But freedom-of-information requests can also be used in abusive ways, to intimidate political adversaries and chill free speech.
David Baldacci Author, law school alumnus Baldacci recalls his Henrico roots Richmond Times-Dispatch / April 3 Tina Fey Alumna and noted comedienne Tina Fey Is Greek and Also Teutonic, but She Isn’t a Troll The New York Times (book review) / April 3
Jeff Goldsmith Associate professor, public health sciences Complex health-care law turns into payday for consultants The Washington Post / April 2 Dr. Kenneth Norwood Professor of pediatrics UVA Doctor Speaks Out on McDonnell's Autism Bill Amendments NBC-29 / April 3 Ann Hodges Law professor Your employer wants you to shut your big cybermouth! MSNBC / April 4 Larry J. Sabato Politics professor and director of U.Va.'s Center for Politics This week's remapping will strip power from rural Virginia The Associated Press / April 4 Isaac Wood Political analyst at the Center for Politics Redistr...
Erika Hayes James Associate professor of Business Administration, Darden School Keeping the information flowing after a disaster The Washington Post / April 2
Patients needing radiation therapy have a host of treatment options available at the University of Virginia Cancer Center. The new Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center, which opens Monday, is home to some of the most advanced external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy treatment options.
About 120 teams from 52 law schools took part in the 28th annual UVA Law School Softball Tournament. The tournament raised $20,000 for Children, Youth and Family Services, which benefits low-income families in central Virginia.
A forum at the University of Virginia on Sunday focused on insider threats to American security. Educators, government workers and business leaders got together in the Rotunda Dome Room to talk over the topic.
John Miller was the keynote speaker in the Dome Room at the University of Virginia Rotunda. Miller is the Deputy Director of National Intelligence. He discussed topics about "Insider Threats" to American society.
A Crozet native who says he's had the best job in the country is in the home stretch of a 44-year-career.  Leonard Sandridge will step down from his duties as the University of Virginia's executive vice president and chief operating officer this spring.