Micah Watson said she loves connecting history and current events and writing about African American characters as they experience pivotal social and political moments. (Photo by Dan Addison, University Communications)

Former University of Missouri star Michael Sam was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the 2014 NFL Draft. (Photos by Richard Dizon, University Communications)

Research shows that 48 percent of people possess a gene variant that limits the body’s ability to eliminate excess salt after high-salt meals.

The Culbreth Building, home of UVA’s Department of Drama. (Photo by Sanjay Suchak, University Communications)