Then and Now
The stark contrast between current and archival photographs of the University demonstrates the inevitability of change--and provides a revealing perspective on U.Va. history.
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A Stitch in Time
Admire rare and beautiful items of clothing from the 1790s to the 1950s that are held in the Collection of Historic Dress.

Ultra Dedicated
Meet two women who run 100 mile races across treacherous terrain and through bad weather; they run ultramarathons with apt names such as Hellgate.

Rekindling Desire
A new drug shows promise for women who lack sexual desire.

Pioneer of Beer
Tired of the same old brew, Charlie Papazian (Engr ’72) learned to brew his own beer, wrote a book about it and revolutionized American brewing.

Working Vacation
How Alternative Spring Break changed the perspective of students who have participated in the program.

High Expectations
U.Va. baseball coach Brian O'Connor talks about last year's spectacular season and his aspirations for this year's College World Series.

Spicy Literature
Dave DeWitt (Col '66) has written nearly 40 books about chile peppers and spicy foods. What fuels his piquant obsession?

A Real Adventure in Modern Living
What was the University experience of the 1950s and 1960s like for a married veteran living on Copley Hill?

Building, but not Sprawling
Curious about new construction projects on Grounds? See what new buildings will look like when they're done and how much they'll cost.

All-Time Biggest Crowds at Home Football Games
The top five record-breaking crowds at Scott Stadium. Were you there?
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A Real Adventure in Modern Living
by Nash Boney (Grad '60, '63)

I grew up (or tried to) in the west end of Richmond, Va., a son of the privileged upper middle class. My heritage was pure Virginia—OK, my father was from…
A Blueprint for Success
by Jim Donovan (faculty)

After two degrees from MIT, one from Harvard, a couple decades in the business world and a semester teaching at U.Va. Law, I certainly don’t claim to know everything. But…
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— U.Va. women's basketball head coach Debbie Ryan (Educ '77), speaking after her 700th career win on Nov. 13 against UMBC MORE QUOTES »












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