In a time of mass political polarization, the inability of Congress to respond as a unified body to the events that transpired in Charlottesville is a less-than encouraging sign.
The similarities between ESPN’s Robert Lee and Gen. Robert E. Lee begin and end with their names.
The real issue for the protesters was what they saw as a an attack on white, European identity by a new multicultural society and politically correct elite.
If you are like me, you are still struggling with a range of emotions pertaining to the events of Aug. 11 and 12.
New housing options often carry with them hidden costs borne by the community.
If Student Council wishes to change its reputation of inaction, they should act quickly and decisively — not slowly and evasively.
It has become clear to me that this statue must come down, because the ideology it represents is evil and serves as a rallying point for its adherents.
Opinion columnist Alex Mink’s column grossly misunderstands and misrepresents the reality of trigger warnings, and the benefits they can have for victims of trauma.
I believe there are two incredibly important — but often overlooked — things which administrators, faculty and students need to address to be able to move towards that ideal.
It is up to each class to decide for themselves what direction they hope to take the University.
In order to achieve progress, we have to understand that this still is a serious problem, and not allow it to be forgotten after only half-hearted investigations.
The events of last weekend must serve as a call to action — our communal response must be one of unity against white supremacy and Neo-Nazism through action and vigilance.
We should often be reminded of this bitter legacy, and minority communities here in Charlottesville bear the brunt of its reach into the present.
I am angry, and I am guilty. I did not protect my student, a student in my general chemistry class who was run down on the Charlottesville pedestrian mall by a Nazi.
The white supremacists won. It’s a hard truth, but if we take a step back and examine the situation, we can understand this to be true.
We are alumni of the University of Virginia, and on Aug. 11-12 we watched with horror as neo-Nazi white supremacists descended on Grounds and then into downtown Charlottesville.
A few weeks ago, I wrote a column in The Cavalier Daily explaining the reasoning behind my belief that the alt-right rally should go on.
I spent the summer welcoming new students to the University. Among the many activities I helped facilitate were conversations with the Dean of Students about acceptance, civil discourse, and diversity.
Many of us already know and love the University and Charlottesville, and have been eagerly counting down the days until we return to our friends, classes and community.
We want you to know that the faculty, staff, alumni and the Charlottesville community are part of your support network throughout your journey at the University and beyond.
