Virginia Pillion, Author at WUVA

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Hi! I am a third year student here at UVA from Southwest Virginia. I am a Media Studies major. I have been involved with WUVA since first year, and I am focused on reporting on politics and news. I grew up always involved in politics, and I hope to one day report on them professionally or work in political communications.

Senate Bill 1484 Unpacked

Virginia Pillion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7HyU1wbozE&feature=youtu.be Senate Bill 1484, patroned by Senator Creigh Deeds, is one Virginia General Assembly Bill this session that UVA students are concerned with. WUVA Reporter...

Bryan Silva in Custody After Social Media Threats Against UVa

Becky Laflam

While the UVa Community is still reeling from the tragedy of Sunday night’s shooting resulting in the death of three UVa football players and...

HoosVoting: Midterms 2022

Virginia Pillion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxpC8-ghUaE With the Midterm Elections coming up this year, we interview students about their right to vote. From out-of-state to in-state students, there are plenty...

Interview: Senator Boysko on Anti-Hazing Legislation

Kevin Grieco

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUtkOyUqIfc We spoke with Virginia Senator Jennifer B. Boysko, chief patron of Adam's Law on passing anti-hazing legislation. We also examine the impact on UVA,...

BREAKING NEWS: Masks Optional Starting Tomorrow

Virginia Pillion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7w_teAnvIY Virginia Pillion outlines the new masking policy that will take effect starting tomorrow March 28.

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