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How Open is "Political Dialogue" at UVA?
The manner in which partisan and ideological bias at UVA works its effect on students is more complex and nuanced than commonly understood. We'll do our best to give UVA alumni a balanced appraisal.
UVA Needs an Honest Assessment of Its COVID Response
How many students got shots against their will? How many parents had their concerns overridden? Don’t we all deserve an honest appraisal? And perhaps some heartfelt apologies?
How Widespread is Cheating at UVA?
Honor Council members believe in the Honor Code and their efforts are to be commended. But if students are unwilling to turn in offenders, and if the faculty reformats its tests in lieu of prosecuting cheaters, then the "community of trust" does not seem to be working as advertised.
Who's Killing Higher-Ed Transparency in Virginia?
Round and round we go. It may be impossible to bring greater transparency to higher ed at the level of the individual institution. It may require changing state law and taking on the higher-ed lobby in Richmond.
Look What UVA is Hiding
Acting on behalf of The Jefferson Council, Walter Smith has filed a complaint in Henrico County against the University of Virginia, seeking a remedy for its refusal to supply documents under the Freedom of Information Act.
What Does UVA Need in a University President?
In light of the presidential defenestrations at Harvard and Penn, what should an elite university look for in a president?
A Hostile Environment for Jews
Free speech isn't easy, UVA President Ryan has concluded. Neither is being a Jew at UVA these days.