The Implications of Credit/No Credit in a Global Pandemic
The University of Virginia recently announced the continuation of a credit/general credit/no credit option for the January Term and Spring Semester. As the third semester of credit/no credit approaches, Michelle Ball, an Associate Director...
University Announces Improvements in Virus Containment
In a Thursday "Return to Grounds" update delivered to students, the University of Virginia announced progress in its ongoing struggle against the coronavirus pandemic. The University’s COVID Tracker reported a decline in cases within...
PRES. RYAN: COVID Restrictions for Graduation “Dramatically Revised”
On Wednesday evening, University President Jim Ryan announced potential changes in plans for the Class of 2021’s graduation ceremony, after a Mar. 3 email noting final exercises would be at least partially virtual due...
UVA to Provide PPE for Students and Faculty this Fall
Incoming and returning UVA students and staff will be well equipped with personal protective equipment (PPE) when they return to grounds next fall. The University will provide two cloth masks to all students and...
The Importance of Snow Days
With the adoption of Zoom, teachers have been finding creative solutions to imitate a classroom environment virtually. The app has features such as reactions, breakout rooms, and screen sharing capabilities, which are utilized to...
University Eases Enhanced Coronavirus Restrictions
University President Jim Ryan announced Friday that after 10 days of enhanced public health measures, the administration will return to most of its prior policies — including regarding in-person gatherings. Once prohibited completely from...
