A Higher Law

McIntire professor’s lessons extend beyond the classroom.

Learning From Monsters

Engineering students study Frankenstein to learn responsible design.

Staking a Position

In argument lab, students challenge themselves, each other

Professor Willis Jenkins (Grad ’06) takes a somewhat unorthodox approach in his "argument lab."

Learning to Grow

J-Term class sows skills for school and life

A January Term class teaches students to ask better questions and to be open to challenge in school and in life.

Negotiating for a Grade

In McIntire class, students weigh both sides of outcome

Professor Lucien Bass (Engr ’63, Darden ’65) teaches students the art of negotiation.

Practical Magic

Popular How Things Work class gives away the secrets to the physical world

The physics class, created by professor Louis Bloomfield in 1991, is a big hit with nonscience majors.

Business, Anyone?

Darden dean, tennis coach team up for leadership seminar

“Maximizing Leadership Potential in Sports and Business,” a unique seminar for second-year M.B.A. students, is co-taught by a Darden dean and a men’s tennis coach.

Our Solar System, Ourselves

Engineering students study the anthropology of outer space

What exactly is "the Anthropology of Outer Space," and how does it help science students gain valuable perspective about their work?

Teaching TV

What Breaking Bad tells us about modern America

Media Studies Professor William Little teaches political theory, history, sociology and psychology, all through the lens of AMC drama “Breaking Bad.”

Soul Power

Tracing the African-American experience through popular music

Professor Claudrena Harold’s From Motown to Hip-Hop course traces the African-American experience through popular music.

The Choice is Yours

Changing interpretation of a situation makes a difference

Many Americans suffer from anxiety disorders, yet few seek treatment. A positive emotional response to anxiety can make it more manageable, says UVA psychology professor Bethany Teachman.

Technological Trade-offs

Commerce professor’s research reminds us that The Next Big Thing comes with a cost

Commerce professor David Mick explains how technology alters our reality, from our habits to our knowledge structure and more.

Bringing the Team Together

Three key understandings can help any group work better

Kristin J. Behfar offers three helpful tips for how teams can communicate more effectively and function more smoothly.

Getting Your Child Ready for Kindergarten

For young children, there are more important things than the three Rs

Education professor Amanda Williford discusses how to ready your child for the transition to kindergarten.

Weird Is Wonderful

How workplaces can benefit from eccentric employees

Darden professor Martin Davidson discusses "weirdness" and explains how weird people may be our greatest resource.

Smart Money

UVA professor’s research suggests a new way of teaching financial education

Professor Richard Netemeyer talks about the how and why of financial education, and offers a few tips to help with everyday financial matters.

Is Winning Everything?

UVA professor looks at the role of competition in American culture

Media studies professor Shilpa Davé looks at ideas of competition, from The Hunger Games and America's Got Talent to college admissions and spelling bees.