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Episode Notes All University students are required to live on Grounds in their first year, but they have many on and off-Grounds housing options going into their second year. Students face immense pressure to decide on housing as soon as possible, and this high demand has strained the capacities of both on and off-Grounds accommodations. Lauren Seeliger and Brandon Kile, two third-year Cavalier Da...

Episode Notes With the fall season underway, Cavalier Daily Sports members Victoria Blankenship and Ryan Weiner discuss the University’s Sabre Points System, how it works and why it matters for Virginia athletics. From football Saturdays to volleyball courts, they share how the system strengthens student turnout and shapes the athletic experience on Grounds.

Episode Notes ** **The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students, though much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientatio...

Episode Notes TEDxUVA is an entirely student-run organization, hosting TED-style events under official TEDx licensing. Reeya Verma, former president and fourth year College student, describes her experience leading the organization when its ability to host TEDx events was challenged, working to regain official TEDx licensure, and the True North conference, which prominently featured University alu...

Episode Notes **Since the Contemplative Commons opening April 4, the building has hosted events for the University community. Sam Cole, Commons’ Assistant Director of Student Engagement, discusses how the Contemplative Sciences Center is molding itself to meet students’ needs and provide a wide range of opportunities for students to discover contemplative practices that can help them thrive at the...

Episode Notes In a time of tense politics with increasing polarization, we will be talking to CDI president Jack Siegel and CDI co-media chair Marty Dwyer, about the value of civil discourse and how CDI aims to responsibly promote respectful conversations about controversial subjects.

Episode Notes Indieheads is one of many Contracted Independent Organizations at the University dedicated to music, though it stands out to students for many reasons. Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli describes his experience and involvement in Indieheads over the years, as well as the impact that the organization has had on his personal and musical development.

Episode Notes The Muslim Students Association at the University strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for Muslim students, with a special focus on the holy month of Ramadan. Vice President of MSA Amirah Radwan shares insights into the events and initiatives organized by the organization, as well as her vision and goals for MSA's future.

Episode Notes In light of recent developments on Grounds, Chanel Craft Tanner, director of the Maxine Platzer Lynn Women’s Center, highlights the Center’s mission, resources and ongoing initiatives.

Episode Notes Hashim O. Davis, the assistant dean of the OAAA and director of the Luther Porter Jackson Black Cultural Center, discusses the relevance and importance of  “Celebrating Resilience,” OAAA’s theme for this year’s Black History Month celebration. EDITOR'S NOTE: This episode was recorded on Feb. 17, so some impending celebratory events mentioned in the podcast have already passed.

Episode Notes ** Following the revival of the Sex and Relationship Column, Life desk editors Kate Johnson and Dana Douglas reflect on the process of developing and producing the new column as well as the importance of having safe spaces on Grounds to discuss often stigmatized and taboo topics.**

Episode Notes With the Virginia Quarterly Review’s 100th Anniversary approaching Executive Director Allison Wright and Senior Editorial Intern Michael Newell-Dimoff, reflect on the magazine’s last hundred years, their own experiences with VQR and the celebration for the magazine’s 100th anniversary!

Ahead of Lighting of the Lawn, Riley McNeill and Chelsea Huffman, co-chairs of the Lighting of the Lawn Committee and fourth-year College students, and Peter Mildrew, the president of the Hullabahoos and third-year Commerce student, discuss the festive tradition which brings the community together year after year. From planning the event to preparing performances, McNeil, Huffman and Mildrew eluci...

Episode Notes With Election Day looming overhead, students are faced with questions about how and why this election, and their vote, matters. Ella Nelsen and Blake Boudreaux, presidents of University Democrats and College Republicans, respectively, and fourth-year College students, delve into the changes that student advocacy and political involvement are facing this election season

Episode Notes Four Lawnies share their experiences with both the Lawn and the diverse community it represents, touching on their identity as individuals as well as what it means to uphold one of the University’s pillar traditions.

Episode Notes Part One From everything about what it's like to live on the Lawn to navigating their final year at U.Va ., the Lawnies share the ins and outs of representing the University.

Episode Notes From the court to the classroom, Virginia women’s club basketball always brings their A game. Today, we sit down with both the president and treasurer of the Virginia women’s club basketball to discuss everything from academic success to making free throws to the recent increased viewership in women’s basketball.

Episode Notes From her love of Taylor Swift to a late-night Yik Yak post, Olivia Beam describes how Swifties at U.Va . was born. In this week's episode, Olivia details the thin line Swifties at U.Va . successfully walk to share their love of Taylor Swift while also fostering an inclusive and welcoming community.

Episode Notes Evan Nied, OK Energy’s founder and second-year College student, documents both the highlights and struggles behind the creation of his brand. In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into the history and future of OK Energy as well as how its founder juggles his beverage-creation endeavors with being a full-time University student.  Tune in to hear how Evan Nied made his entrepren...

Episode Notes Following the erasure of affirmative action, the “Virginia House votes to end legacy admissions in state universities,” leading to questions about the future of legacy admissions at U.Va . The University’s Associate Vice Provost for Enrollment and Undergraduate Admission, Greg Roberts, provides listeners with an insight into how the University conducts admissions and the legal subtle...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Jake Adler gain insight on the first-generation student experience at U.Va.through conversations with students. They also eexplore resources available for first-generation and first-generation low-income (FGLI) students. With interviews from Sarah Elaine Hart on the new Walentas scholarship and Bryan Christ on the organization Rise Tog...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Jake Adler discuss the rumored revival of Easters and U.Va . traditions. We hear from Tom Faulders, a 1971 graduate, as he recounts past traditions at the University and what accompanied Easters festivities in the 1970s. We also hear from Timothy Peoples, the current President of the Phi Psi Fraternity who gives insight into this year’...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode hosts Ariana Arenson and South Wallace discuss the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. We hear from professors and faculty with backgrounds in Public Policy and Global Affairs to learn about the recent events and what U.Va . has provided as informational resources. While some students are looking to engage with the news, for others, this is a reality they have no choi...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode hosts Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty discuss the recent changes in the new U.Va . mask optional policy. We hear the student perspective on how this recent change has evoked excitement to see the faces of their peers and the power of a maskless smile. Thank you to Avery Russell, Bridget Williams, and Elizabeth Schroppe for speaking to us this week! This podca...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty discuss student perspectives of March Madness and UVA basketball's impact on students. We get the breakdown of UVA Men's Basketball's season and current position in the NIT from Ben Anderson, a sports writer for The Cavalier Daily. We also hear from students from the classes of 2022-2025 about their thoughts surrounding...