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The Mayor of Summertime
Bob Oakes (Col ’84) serves as mayor of Nags Head
The Trouble with Civilization
Civilizations rise and fall. Why do they disintegrate? Is it better to live a "civilized" life?
Hard Hat Zone
A field guide to new buildings at U.Va.
Leap of Faith
Jenny D'Agostino (Com '03) takes plunge with ropes course
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U.Va. Profs that Provide a Brush with Celebrity
The Parking Lot Movie
Documentary reveals the philosophy of parking lot attendants, and how the job changes their lives.
How To: Helpful advice from alumni experts
Make a better cup of coffee. Learn to play the harmonica. Alumni experts share their wisdom.
Lane DeGregory (Col ’89) wins a Pulitzer Prize for her article about a feral child
Beyond the Paycheck
Striking the balance between a job and coursework is tough, and it often comes with a price.
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From Parking Lot to Landmark
by David Clark (Engr ’08)
Many students graduate from the University with dreams of one day giving back to the school, once careers have developed or resources are available. Since I graduated two years ago,…
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I’m a proud McIntire alum who now has more than 18 years of business experience, but I’ve always been something of a closet engineer. That’s why one of the most…
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