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I am Jason Banks, a third year student majoring in History. My contact info is asb7am@virginia.edu.

The Story Behind the Black Bus Stop

Jason Banks

Located in front of Monroe Hall, the Black Bus Stop served as a meeting spot for the African American students at UVA. We spoke...

What can be done to Prevent Gun Violence in the United States?

Duncan McGrath

https://youtu.be/q8bF4Qv4mUY So far in 2022, there have been over 250 mass shootings in the US, which has led to conversations all around the country of...

American Sign Language Beyond the Classroom

Jason Banks

American Sign Language, also known as ASL, ranks fourth as the most-used language in the United States and has gained popularity in the UVA...

Monticello Welcomes Newly Naturalized Americans

Jason Banks

https://youtu.be/Qnh_QNI-zDM At Monticello’s 60th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization ceremony, nearly 50 individuals can now call America their home. We spoke with a few...

Celebrating Juneteenth in Charlottesville

Jason Banks

https://youtu.be/QiGpTqTREX4 Juneteenth is a significant occasion for the Charlotesville community as it celebrates the end of slavery for African-Americans in the United States of America....

How is NIL affecting UVA Athletics?

Duncan McGrath

Name, Image, and Likeness, also known as NIL has given college student-athletes the chance to earn money for themselves. We explored how UVA student...

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