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Explaining the World
Professor Lou Bloomfield demystifies the physics of everyday life
Bloomfield, who teaches the popular introductory physics course “How Things Work,” explains the science behind objects that students see every day.
by Lea Winerman
Anatomy of a Mystery
The Jefferson-Hemings controversy in the post-DNA era
Following a DNA study in 1998, many scholars believe that Thomas Jefferson likely fathered children by slave Sally Hemings. For others, the genetic findings deepen the mystery.
by Maura Singleton
Murder, She Writes
From New York City crime fighter to New York Times bestselling author
Linda Fairstein (Law ’72) earned the nickname “Hell on Heels” during her 25 years as chief prosecutor for Manhattan’s Sex Crimes Unit. Having helped reform a judicial system myopic about violence toward women, she’s turned her talents to crime fiction.
by Paul Evans
According to Custom
Student traditions at Virginia
As revered as the University’s traditions are, some change with the times and others fade away entirely. Here’s a look at just a few.
by Coy Barefoot
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