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Francis Kéré, Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medalist in Architecture
Acclaimed architect Francis Kéré, known for his pioneering communal approach to design and commitment to sustainability, has been named the 2021 Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medalist in Architecture.
Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medals  in wooden box
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UVA, Monticello Announce Recipient of 2021 Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Architecture
The medal, considered UVA’s highest honor, will go this year to architect Francis Kéré, known for his communal approach to design.
The Muppets
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What the Muppets Can Teach Us About Generational Influences and Origins
How do “The Muppets” and other popular shows from television history make us rethink generational influences? Assistant dean and media studies professor Shilpa Davé explains.
UVA Chapel Bell tower having multiple colors projected onto it.
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Brighter Together: 4 More Opportunities to See UVA Architecture Glow
Projection mapping shows will light up several UVA buildings this spring. Take a look back at the first show at University Chapel.
Eave of a building on campus highlighting the carved people
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Double Take: Life Lessons from a 4-Year-Old, a Beloved Single Dad and 1970s Tumult
Viewers heard from seven speakers Sunday evening, taking lessons on how to build bridges under challenging circumstances.
Circle with the text: Double take, tell your story est. 2018
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UVA’s Popular Community Storytelling Event, Double Take, Airs Sunday at 7 P.M.
With seven speakers in all, the event, featuring stories that make you think twice, will continue the bridge-building theme begun during UVA President Jim Ryan’s 2018 inauguration.
up close picture of the Mona Lisa
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4 Things Art Historian Francesca Fiorani Wants You to Know About Leonardo da Vinci
Fiorani, UVA’s resident expert on Leonardo da Vinci, shares details and fun facts from her new book – and explains why the “Renaissance Man” tag might be misapplied.
Fri Forjindam  headshot
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U Got the Look: Meet the Alumna Behind the ‘Reimagining’ of Prince’s Paisley Park
Alumna Fri Forjindam and her creative team recently added exciting new elements to Paisley Park, the Minnesota home of the late music megastar Prince.

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