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Third Year Jefferson Scholar receives Goldwater Scholarship to study mathematics

Catherine Cossaboom, JS '25, receives prestigious award to continue her studies in mathematics

April 18, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar receives Truman Scholarship to pursue her graduate studies

Lisa Kopelnik, JS '25, is the 12th Jefferson Scholar to receive a Truman Scholarship

April 18, 2024

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Jefferson Scholars Foundation, School of Medicine, and Engineering School work together to attract renowned scholar in the field of nanotechnology

Evan Scott will join the University faculty as the 8th professor funded by the Foundation

April 18, 2024

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Fourth Year Jefferson Scholar named a James C. Gaither Junior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Kristin O'Donoghue, JS '24, will assist a senior fellow in the program and will help with writing op-eds and policy proposals

April 9, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar selected as new chair of the University Judiciary Committee will prioritize transparency and creation of endowment

Harper Jones, JS '25, shares her goals for next year as the newly selected chair

April 5, 2024

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Fourth Year Jefferson Scholar shares her passion for research and public health

Ava Hollis, JS '24, reflects on her experience studying neuroscience at UVA.

April 5, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar selected to serve as student member of UVA's Board of Visitors

Lisa Kopelnik, JS '25, will represent the student body and advise Board members on their decisions

March 18, 2024

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Scholar alumna confirmed as Virginia's first Asian American federal judge

Jasmine Yoon (JS '03) will serve the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia

March 14, 2024

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Empowering first-generation college students

How the Walentas Scholars Program is supporting outstanding students at UVA

February 14, 2024

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Walentas Scholar uses fashion to bring together UVA students and support the broader Charlottesville community

Justin Gregory is the co-president of UVA's student-led fashion organization CRAVE

February 12, 2024

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