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Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
  • Definitely live in the old dorms for at least a year—they are more social and friendly.
  • Even if you don’t get into the classes you want during summer orientation, do not fear, you can always try to get in during the first week of  classes.
Tips to Succeed
  • Be eager and persistent about doing the things that you want; don’t be intimidated by the crowds.
  • It is important to be friendly and open to anyone and anything.
  • There is so much opportunity at UVA—don’t be afraid to grab it.
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cm1410

Kinesiology and Exercise Science '14

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Honor Code

There is a strict, student-enforced honor code that almost all the students abide by. It is taken very seriously. One time violations lead to expulsion from the university. Although it may see too strict, the honor code sets up an extremely trusting and responsible environment. Professors and peers trust students not to cheat on assignments. There is very little theft. Even the community will hold a student accountable based off the honor code. For example, a store may allow you to charge an item if you give your word that you will come back and pay for it.

Feb 27, 2012

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We Know We're the Best

No matter where you go, or whom you meet, UVA will always be one of those "OH WOW" schools you hear about. The standards to which the student body holds itself are very high and we like to be known as a competitive and over-achieving student body. You will always want to know how another student does so much or gets grades that high. That's UVA on an average day. We like to know that we are attending one of the most prestigious and most highly ranked universities in the US, and that's all there is to it.

Oct 25, 2011

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ericasachiko05

Biology '15

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Everything!

Grounds are gorgeous, the academics are great and competitive, the extracurricular activities are abundant, school spirit is amazing, and the people are awesome. I love my school so much that even when I am stressed about midterms, I can't stop myself from thinking about how much I love UVA.

Oct 18, 2011

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Traditions
  • : Camping out for the Duke vs. UVA football game.
  • : Spending time on the Lawn on beautiful days.
  • : The Dressing up for football games and singing the “Good Ole’ Song” after every UVA touchdown.
  • : Painting Beta Bridge late night/early morning.
  • : Streaking the Lawn.
  • : Foxfield horse races.
  • : Eating at Little John’s at 4 a.m.
Urban Legends There are plenty of UVA myths floating around. One is that Dr. Seuss used to live in this great big house up on the hill, looking down towards Newcomb Hall. Apparently, after being rejected from UVA, he wrote a little book called How the Grinch Stole Christmas. In this book, he depicted himself as the grouchy, resentful old Grinch staring down at all the “Whos in Whoville.” Another myth—a bit more racy—is that any first-year girl who walks across the big white Z letters painted all around grounds (which signify the “Z” secret society) will get pregnant. Still another that is re-ignited every year as the entering class settles in is that, in the first weekend students are in town, Dave Matthews supposedly plays an all- day concert in the amphitheater. Don’t be a poor sap and wait all-day long by yourself in the amphitheater! I can pretty much guarantee he won’t show.

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