The SIF was established by the Board in 2016 as a pool of funding for strategic investments to support initiatives part of the University’s 2030 Plan.
Access to the Hill will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis for eligible fans until the space reaches capacity.
According to Fredrick, the University leads the way in alumni participation rates compared to other public institutions.
Panelists discussed different technologies teachers are incorporating into their classrooms to help increase access to higher education.
Through April 30, the University stood at $535 million for total commitments, reflecting a nearly 20 percent increase from the previous year.
West said that despite the proposal moving through City Council’s review process, the project is still years away from becoming a reality.
A public website for the campaign launched Friday, which Maradiaga says is the first step towards raising awareness.
McMahon said she was drawn to the University after reading the University's 2030 plan and that she was inspired by the vision of President Jim Ryan and other University leaders.
Virginia law 46.2-100 states that a motorized scooter is considered a vehicle when operated on a public roadway and therefore must obey all traffic laws.
While the date for the future meeting is still uncertain, graduate Arts & Sciences student Ethan Evans said that the union will continue its campaign until a solution is found.
