College
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Your guide to protesting in Virginia
Here’s your guide for protesting safely in Virginia, including helpful tips and organizations.
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10 celebrities who went to college in Virginia
More celebrities than you probably think went to college in Virginia. Check out these 10 prime examples, from actors to a football player and even a newscaster.
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Virginia State University alumna nominated for Pulitzer Prize in poetry for new book
Dr. Latorial Faison, a VSU alumna, has been nominated for a 2026 Pulitzer Prize in poetry for her book “Nursery Rhymes in Black.”
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23 unique traditions Virginia colleges keep alive
From painted rocks and mud volleyball to black-tie dances, Virginia’s colleges uphold unique traditions that bring campus communities together year after year.
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I’m a historian & I planned the ultimate trip to Virginia’s historic triangle
Looking for a Virginia getaway that brings history to life? Check out a historian’s guide to visiting Virginia’s historic triangle.
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UVA opens National Security Data and Policy Institute
The University of Virginia (UVA) has launched the National Security Data and Policy Institute, focusing on AI and computing to enhance U.S. national security capabilities.
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UVA’s Adopt-a-Grandparent Program bridges generations
UVA’s Adopt-a-Grandparent program creates meaningful connections between university volunteers and Charlottesville seniors.
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UVA earns top spots in 2025 online program rankings
UVA’s School of Education ranks 9th in U.S. News’ 2025 list for online graduate education, excelling in multiple programs.
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Virginia HBCU launches first doula certification program, targeting Black maternal mortality in the South
Felicia D. Cosby wasn’t expecting a student’s casual comment to spark a public health initiative. But when a student told her she’d love to be a doula, the idea stuck. Months later, Virginia Union University became the first HBCU in the state to launch a doula certification program.
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I’m helping my college-age kid fill out the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Here’s what to know.
If the financial aid fiasco last year had you, like me, coming up with creative alternatives for the FAFSA acronym, you can take a big, deep breath. This year, the process is so much easier. Or maybe you’re a FAFSA newbie, and you have no knowledge of 2023’s drama—you just want the quick ‘n’ easy…
