The second dollar coin in the new presidential series goes into circulation today with the U.S. Mint hoping it can turn 18th-century statesman John Adams into a 21st-century marketing phenomenon. ...PROFILE: John Adams... SOURCES: Miller Center on Public Affairs, University of Virginia; the White House
After 82 years, the Memorial Gymnasium Pool at UVA was permenantly closed on May 2. According to Intramural-Recreational Sports spokesperson Carol Spry, the pool's basic systems were extremely outdated, and so the decision was made to convert the space into a sport court for indoor hockey, soccer, fencing and other activities. Spry says the renovations should be completed in time for the fall semester.
Coach Brian Boland is hoping that playing the nation's toughest schedule will help his Virginia men's tennis team move past the NCAA Tournament's quarterfinals for the first time in school history this week in Athens, Ga. The Cavaliers (28-3) take on a familiar opponent today in the NCAA round of 16, when they meet Wake Forest for the third time this season.
This week is National Women's Health Week. But let's face it--not all women take time out to focus on health even if they make health-related decisions every day. So, the UVA Health System has designed a website to merge everyday decisions with the most important health information for a practical way to keep you and your family free from heart disease and obesity. NBC29's Kristina Cruise talked to Carol Keese about "Club Red."
The Charlottesville area will be packed to the gills this weekend, as an estimated 35,000 people descend on the city for the graduation of the University of Virginia's Class of 2007. UVa officials estimate about 45,000 chairs at 50 different locations will be set up in preparation...
WASHINGTON - Before Sean Mahard receives his bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia Sunday, he's making a side trip to the White House. President Bush, the commander-in-chief, will commission him and 54 other ROTC cadets and midshipmen as officers during a White House ceremony Thursday. ... The ROTC graduates represent every state, the District of Columbia and four territories.
Study Finds College-Prep Courses in High School Leave Many Students Lagging
New York Times / May 16
Only a quarter of high school students who take a full set of college-preparatory courses - four years of English and three each of mathematics, science and social studies - are well prepared for college, according to a study of last year's high school graduates released yesterday by ACT, the Iowa testing organization.
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'College Prep' Without 'College' or 'Prep'
Inside Higher Ed / May 16
http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2007/05/16/act
Harvard Approves Gen Ed Refor...
…Call them second-tier colleges (a phrase some administrators despise) or call them the new Ivies (this, they can live with). Twenty-five to 40 universities like Lehigh, traditionally perceived as being a notch below the most elite, have seen their cachet climb because of the astonishing competitive crush at the top. … Many of the most prestigious public universities like Michigan and Virginia have also become much more selective, especially for out-of-state applicants.
Robert "Bob" Allen
Graduate
Allied World Assurance Company Announces New Vice President of Healthcare, U.S.
PRNewswire-FirstCall / May 11
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Todd Cooke
Former swimming and diving captain and current owner of Carriage Cleaners in Charlottesville
Swimming: Cooke sizzling after diving back into pool / Former UVa swimmer headed to nationals
Charlottesville Daily Progress / May 15
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Jerry Falwell, Jr.
1987 graduate of the Law School
Reverend Jerry Falwell (1933-2007) has died
WINA 1070 AM / May 16
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Guy J...
Mark Hardman
Defending champion who again won the men's omnium, or overall, individual title at the NCAA road biking national championships
Fort Lewis third in road nationals
Durango (CO) Herald / May 14
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Mark Hardman
Defending champion who again won the men's omnium, or overall, individual title at the NCAA road biking national championships
McLouth cyclist to defend title
Lawrence (KS) Journal-World / May 11
http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2007/may/11/mclouth_cyclist_defend_title/
Ben Rubeor
Junior lacrosse co-captain, two-time All-ACC selection, and one of nation'...
Fog Doesn't Cloud Scientists' Insight into Walrus Habitat
Parking Information for Graduation Weekend
Cornell Gives Testimony on School Safety
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Timothy Beatley
A professor of urban planning
Local Food Issues Take Center Stage
C-Ville Weekly / May 15
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Mark Bernardino
Men's and women's swimming coach
Swimming: Cooke sizzling after diving back into pool / Former UVa swimmer headed to nationals
Charlottesville Daily Progress / May 15
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Lou Bloomfield
Professor of physics
The Breakdown / How to Survive a Nine-Meter Kiddie-Pool High Dive
Popular Science / May 11
http://popsci.typepad.com/popsci/2007/05/how_to_survive_.html
Richard Bonnie
Law professor
Sex crimes carry threat of ext...
The face of modern biomedical research features whiskers and a twitchy nose, says a Virginia Commonwealth University science historian. ...And at the University of Virginia, microbiologists use mice to reveal the genetics of critical white blood cells called lymphocytes, part of the immune system.
Ben Rubeor is one of five finalists for the Tewaaraton Trophy, given annually to the top lacrosse player in the nation. ... Virginia is the only school to have two different players win the Tewaaraton Trophy. Matt Ward won the award after leading Virginia to a national championship last season, while midfielder Chris Rotelli won it as a senior in 2003 after leading UVa to the national championship.
The Church of Scientology was established in Los Angeles in 1954 and is based on the writings of L. Ron Hubbard. ... Sources: Official Scientology Web site (www.scientology.org); Religious Movements Homepage Project at the University of Virginia (http://religiousmovements.lib.virginia.edu)
Renee Gholikely, a 17-year-old senior at Bear River High School, didn't say a word during most of the school hours during the recent national Day of Silence, except when her teachers addressed her. Several of her friends held their tongues too, observing the nationwide commemoration in middle and high schools, colleges and universities of people who have been victims of hate crimes and discrimination. Day of Silence has become the largest student-led effort to create safer schools for all since its inception in 1996 at the University of Virginia, according to its official Web site, www.dayofsi...
...schools are losing beginning teachers faster than they can recruit replacements... a prestigious and innovative two-year induction program based at the University of Virginia, comparable to a medical intern's residency, provides its own graduates - as well as all new teachers in Albemarle and Charlottesville public schools - with intensive support and guidance that has successfully improved practice, built professional confidence, and raised student achievement. The clinical practice approach adopted by the University of Virginia, under the direction of President John Casteen, is part of Ca...
...In four seasons as the Cavaliers' coach, O'Connor has compiled a 171-62 record, and his team is headed to the NCAA tournament for the fourth year in a row. ... "He's one of the true rising stars in college baseball," said Jim Hendry, the Chicago Cubs' general manager. "He could have a job with the Cubs any time he wants one."
Along with peas and leafy greens, local-food talk is in bloom this early May. A mass mailing by the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC), plus a pair of events connected to UVA's Department of Urban and Environmental Planning, are attempting to jump-start local buzz about how food is produced, distributed and eaten around Charlottesville.
Dr. Sharon L. Hostler, professor of pediatrics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, has been named interim dean of the school.