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A special issue of the Council for European Studies’ online journal, edited by A&S faculty members, examines the parallels between last August’s Charlottesville demonstrations by a large group of white supremacists and the resurgence of far-right groups in Europe.

Danielle Allen discussed her book, “Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality,” which was the common reading assignment for students enrolled in the College of Arts & Science’s new curriculum

Your smartphone is probably getting in the way of that age-old social interaction, researchers from the Department of Psychology have found.

Meet the award-winning UVA scientist who led the construction of a sensitive astronomical observation tool, from first cut of the metal to first light through the lens, in an “unheard-of” 16 months.

The National Science Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to Arts & Sciences faculty from the Departments of Environmental Sciences and Music who are collaborating with colleagues in UVA's School of Architecture on an Arctic research project.

Renowned political theorist and ethicist who has emerged over the last decade as one of the leading thinkers about the crucial role education plays in democracy, Harvard University professor Danielle Allen will speak at the Paramount Theater on Feb. 1 as part of the Engagements Lecture Series.

Arts & Sciences faculty and their departments are playing a variety of roles in this month’s series of Community MLK Celebration events, which include a sold-out keynote address at the Paramount Theater by MSNBC national correspondent Joy Reid. 

UVA, the College, and local partners offer a variety of events that echo and continue King’s work for social justice, from interfaith services to talks with leading intellectuals and artists

The Department of Media Studies celebrated its 10th anniversary with a well-attended alumni media panel, titled “A Crisis in Credibility,” on January 11 in New York City.

Everson is widely known for artistic films highlighting the African-American working class and sought after for his teaching skills. His work is now being featured at the National Museum of African-American History and Culture.