UVA alum donates $5 million for new track and field facility
The donation allows the Virginia Athletics Foundation to proceed with the design and construction of a project that is expected to cost nearly $14 million
From narrow to “sharrow”: Water Street gets bike-friendly markings
The markings indicate that motorists and bicyclists are sharing the roadway, rather than restricting cyclists to the side of the street
Governor McDonnell reiterates support for North Anna nuclear reactor
In a press conference on Wednesday, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell (R) reiterated his support for a third nuclear reactor at the North Anna Power Plant in Louisa County
Hollymead students tape principal to wall, shave teachers’ heads
The event was part of a school-wide celebration for Hollymead students, who raised a record breaking $20,300 for the American Heart Association.
Dorm dilemma
According to Patricia Romer, UVA’s Acting Chief Housing Officer, portions of the project are up to one year ahead of schedule, which translates into an earlier completion, but less available housing now. Overall, the Alderman Road Replacement project will provide an extra 500 beds.
Charlottesville School Board to vote on “One to One Computer Initiative”
A proposal drafted by Charlottesville City School officials aims to replace textbooks with computer learning in order to better engage students and prepare them for the workplace
Can canines replace pull-ups? UVA study says dogs promote more active teens
Sirard notes that people with larger dog breeds such as Labradors or Golden Retrievers will likely see more physical benefits from their pets than those with smaller dogs