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Spring 2008

Cover of the Spring 2008 issue

Features

Set in Stone

Set in Stone

Among the headstones can be found stories of grave robbers, misadventure and celebrated University mascots.

The Fast Track to...Where?

The Fast Track to…Where?

Rosalyn Berne (Col ’79, Grad ’99) looks at the rapid pace of change and asks researchers and students alike about the shape of the future.

The Reporter

The Reporter

This veteran reporter weighs in on how American culture has changed, his days at the University and suggestions that FOX News has a right-wing agenda.

Sleepy, Dopey, Grumpy

Sleepy, Dopey, Grumpy

At UVA's Sleep Disorders Center, researchers chart the widely misunderstood territory where we spend a third of our lives.

The Evolution of Honor

The Evolution of Honor

The 'community of trust' traces its origins to the first students, but the Honor System has taken some twists and turns over the years.

University Digest

Perspective: ‘I’m living my life’

Perspective: ‘I’m living my life’

Randy Pausch's obsession with time management took on new significance with his cancer diagnosis.

News Briefs

News Briefs

The Medical Center receives accolades for cardiovascular care, admissions has another record-breaking year and more.

Read All About It

Read All About It

The Special Collections Library acquires articles of American history.

Under Construction

Under Construction

Some notes on construction around Grounds, from the South Lawn Project to the Emily Couric Cancer Center.

Swelling Ranks

Swelling Ranks

UVA supplies more Peace Corps volunteers than any other university in its class.

A Better Bargain

A Better Bargain

Kiplinger's Personal Finance gives UVA high marks.

A Word to the Wise

A Word to the Wise

One word makes all the difference at the Supreme Court.

Look Homeward, Goddesses

Look Homeward, Goddesses

After a Homeric journey, two ancient sculptures, believed to have been looted, are set to be repatriated.

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