Topic: Admissions
Admission FAQs
What is important to know about the college search process?
Spring is a pivotal time at most high schools. “Seniors, ripe with the excitement of college acceptances, are looking forward to new beginnings,” says Greg Roberts, U.Va. dean of admission.…
No Guts No Glory
My Path to U.Va.
The University of Virginia was never supposed to be where I attended college. For as long as I can remember, my mother had her heart set on my attending a…
Admission FAQs
How is the University using social media in its admission process?
How is the University using social media in its admission process? From dispelling rumors to engaging students in a new way, the University’s Admission Office has found a valuable communication…
Letters to the Editor
I found the article “Targeting Addiction” (Fall 2009) very intriguing. I especially was curious if Dr. Bankole Johnson’s research (or even topiramate itself) is applicable to other psychological medical conditions.…
Carrying on the Legacy
Greg Roberts discusses his new role as admission dean
A Q & A with Greg Roberts explores admissions.
Letters to the Editor
Rather, Palin tried to explain, when ambushed by Katie Couric (Col ’79) in an “interview,” that the government of Alaska has trade missions with Russia and Canada and that the…
Accessibility in Tough Times
John T. Casteen Photo by Peggy HarrisonIn the middle of all of the bad news about the nation’s economy that we have been hearing and reading in recent months, we…
Admission FAQs
SATs and U.Va.
My child is taking a tough course load and is making terrific grades, but his SAT scores are weak. Should he even bother applying to U.Va?Admission counselors at U.Va use…
Admissions FAQ
Is it more difficult for women to be admitted to the University?No. “Parents of daughters—relax,” says Greg Roberts, dean of admission. “The University has long had a policy of gender-blind admission.…
Letters to the Editor
At first glance, when I noticed the photo of André Harvey’s bronze crow sculpture, Sounding the Alarm, in the article “The Caretaker of No. 13” in the Winter 2008 issue…
News Briefs
Bob Barker, longtime host of the game show The Price is Right and animal-rights advocate, has given $1 million to the Law School to establish an animal law program. Law…
In Memoriam: Jack Blackburn 1941-2009
The new year began with sad news, as two giants of the University community passed away in January. Gilbert J. Sullivan, retired Alumni Association director, died on Jan. 5 at…
December 2008 E-newsletter: University News
U.Va. rated a ‘best value’ among public collegesResearchers identify hot spots for cold germsDedication of School of Architecture additions celebrates collaboration, transparency and the creative process
Catching Up on Getting In
U.Va.’s first year without early admission
In the first admission cycle since the University eliminated its binding early-decision program, the staff of the Office of Admission received a pleasant surprise.
HIGHLIGHTS
1977: Ms. Rhodes Scholar
Catherine Burke Sweet (Col ’77), one of the first female Rhodes Scholars, went to England to study in the late '70s and she never moved back.
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?
Rekindling Desire
A new drug shows promise for women who lack sexual desire.
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.
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?
Working Vacation
How Alternative Spring Break changed the perspective of students who have participated in the program.
Are you as smart as U.Va.’s Jeopardy contestants?
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.
All-Time Biggest Crowds at Home Football Games
The top five record-breaking crowds at Scott Stadium. Were you there?
