Episode Notes **Since the Contemplative Commons opening April 4, the building has hosted events for the University community. Sam Cole, Commons’ Assistant Director of Student Engagement, discusses how the Contemplative Sciences Center is molding itself to meet students’ needs and provide a wide range of opportunities for students to discover contemplative practices that can help them thrive at the University. **
Jun 01, 2025•29 min
Episode Notes In a time of tense politics with increasing polarization, we will be talking to CDI president Jack Siegel and CDI co-media chair Marty Dwyer, about the value of civil discourse and how CDI aims to responsibly promote respectful conversations about controversial subjects.
May 05, 2025•48 min
Episode Notes Indieheads is one of many Contracted Independent Organizations at the University dedicated to music, though it stands out to students for many reasons. Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli describes his experience and involvement in Indieheads over the years, as well as the impact that the organization has had on his personal and musical development.
Apr 20, 2025•33 min
Episode Notes The Muslim Students Association at the University strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for Muslim students, with a special focus on the holy month of Ramadan. Vice President of MSA Amirah Radwan shares insights into the events and initiatives organized by the organization, as well as her vision and goals for MSA's future.
Apr 09, 2025•20 min
Episode Notes In light of recent developments on Grounds, Chanel Craft Tanner, director of the Maxine Platzer Lynn Women’s Center, highlights the Center’s mission, resources and ongoing initiatives.
Mar 31, 2025•20 min
Episode Notes Hashim O. Davis, the assistant dean of the OAAA and director of the Luther Porter Jackson Black Cultural Center, discusses the relevance and importance of “Celebrating Resilience,” OAAA’s theme for this year’s Black History Month celebration. EDITOR'S NOTE: This episode was recorded on Feb. 17, so some impending celebratory events mentioned in the podcast have already passed.
Feb 19, 2025•35 min
Episode Notes ** Following the revival of the Sex and Relationship Column, Life desk editors Kate Johnson and Dana Douglas reflect on the process of developing and producing the new column as well as the importance of having safe spaces on Grounds to discuss often stigmatized and taboo topics.**
Feb 17, 2025•25 min
Episode Notes With the Virginia Quarterly Review’s 100th Anniversary approaching Executive Director Allison Wright and Senior Editorial Intern Michael Newell-Dimoff, reflect on the magazine’s last hundred years, their own experiences with VQR and the celebration for the magazine’s 100th anniversary!
Jan 26, 2025•30 min
Ahead of Lighting of the Lawn, Riley McNeill and Chelsea Huffman, co-chairs of the Lighting of the Lawn Committee and fourth-year College students, and Peter Mildrew, the president of the Hullabahoos and third-year Commerce student, discuss the festive tradition which brings the community together year after year. From planning the event to preparing performances, McNeil, Huffman and Mildrew elucidate how the light show has historically helped the community heal in the midst of hardship.
Dec 04, 2024•43 min
Episode Notes With Election Day looming overhead, students are faced with questions about how and why this election, and their vote, matters. Ella Nelsen and Blake Boudreaux, presidents of University Democrats and College Republicans, respectively, and fourth-year College students, delve into the changes that student advocacy and political involvement are facing this election season
Nov 03, 2024•53 min
Episode Notes Four Lawnies share their experiences with both the Lawn and the diverse community it represents, touching on their identity as individuals as well as what it means to uphold one of the University’s pillar traditions.
Oct 15, 2024•59 min
Episode Notes Part One From everything about what it's like to live on the Lawn to navigating their final year at U.Va ., the Lawnies share the ins and outs of representing the University.
Oct 07, 2024•40 min
Episode Notes From the court to the classroom, Virginia women’s club basketball always brings their A game. Today, we sit down with both the president and treasurer of the Virginia women’s club basketball to discuss everything from academic success to making free throws to the recent increased viewership in women’s basketball.
May 08, 2024•43 min
Episode Notes From her love of Taylor Swift to a late-night Yik Yak post, Olivia Beam describes how Swifties at U.Va . was born. In this week's episode, Olivia details the thin line Swifties at U.Va . successfully walk to share their love of Taylor Swift while also fostering an inclusive and welcoming community.
Apr 15, 2024•29 min
Episode Notes Evan Nied, OK Energy’s founder and second-year College student, documents both the highlights and struggles behind the creation of his brand. In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into the history and future of OK Energy as well as how its founder juggles his beverage-creation endeavors with being a full-time University student. Tune in to hear how Evan Nied made his entrepreneurial dream a reality.
Mar 31, 2024•34 min
Episode Notes Following the erasure of affirmative action, the “Virginia House votes to end legacy admissions in state universities,” leading to questions about the future of legacy admissions at U.Va . The University’s Associate Vice Provost for Enrollment and Undergraduate Admission, Greg Roberts, provides listeners with an insight into how the University conducts admissions and the legal subtleties regarding the possible end to the consideration of legacy status....
Mar 16, 2024•27 min
Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Jake Adler gain insight on the first-generation student experience at U.Va.through conversations with students. They also eexplore resources available for first-generation and first-generation low-income (FGLI) students. With interviews from Sarah Elaine Hart on the new Walentas scholarship and Bryan Christ on the organization Rise Together, we hear about organizations working together to bridge the gap for first-gen students enterin...
Apr 24, 2022•32 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Jake Adler discuss the rumored revival of Easters and U.Va . traditions. We hear from Tom Faulders, a 1971 graduate, as he recounts past traditions at the University and what accompanied Easters festivities in the 1970s. We also hear from Timothy Peoples, the current President of the Phi Psi Fraternity who gives insight into this year’s “revival of Easters.” This podcast is powered by Pinecast ....
Apr 16, 2022•22 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Episode Notes In this week’s episode hosts Ariana Arenson and South Wallace discuss the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. We hear from professors and faculty with backgrounds in Public Policy and Global Affairs to learn about the recent events and what U.Va . has provided as informational resources. While some students are looking to engage with the news, for others, this is a reality they have no choice but to facing. With interviews from Russian student Olya Feldberg and Ukrainian students Lisa Kop...
Apr 04, 2022•42 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Episode Notes In this week’s episode hosts Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty discuss the recent changes in the new U.Va . mask optional policy. We hear the student perspective on how this recent change has evoked excitement to see the faces of their peers and the power of a maskless smile. Thank you to Avery Russell, Bridget Williams, and Elizabeth Schroppe for speaking to us this week! This podcast is powered by Pinecast ....
Mar 25, 2022•22 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Episode Notes In this week’s episode, hosts Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty discuss student perspectives of March Madness and UVA basketball's impact on students. We get the breakdown of UVA Men's Basketball's season and current position in the NIT from Ben Anderson, a sports writer for The Cavalier Daily. We also hear from students from the classes of 2022-2025 about their thoughts surrounding UVA basketball. This podcast is powered by Pinecast ....
Mar 19, 2022•29 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Episode Notes In this week’s episode of On Record, hosts Ariana Arenson and Nabeel Raza discuss organizations promoting body positivity, raising awareness for eating disorders, and working to end the stigma against mental health. With interviews from students who work with Peer Health Educators, NEDA Campus Warriors, the UVA Body Positive Team at the Women’s Center, and IfYoureReadingThis.org , we hear about the importance of conversation, resources, and embracing who you are. Content warnings: ...
Mar 11, 2022•29 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Episode Notes In this week’s episode of On Record, hosts Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty discuss IX Art Park and the history of how it came to be an integral part of the Charlottesville community. We hear about their mission and work to create accessible art experiences that “spark creativity and inspiration in people's everyday lives,” from Alex Bryant, the associate director of IX Art Park, Nathan Moore, a Board Member for IX, and Kim Dinh, a UVA intern with IX. This podcast is powered by Pi...
Feb 28, 2022•23 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Episode Notes This week we spoke to Myra Anderson, an activist, mental health advocate, poet, and Charlottesville native for Black History Month. This month’s theme is Black Health and Wellness, and Anderson spoke to disparities in mental health reporting and treatment as well as her own personal history with mental health advocacy. This podcast is powered by Pinecast .
Feb 18, 2022•24 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Episode Notes Welcome back to On Record! We discussed to return to Grounds for the Spring semester and talked to a group of graduating 4th years about their first spring semester as they reflect on their time at U.Va . Thank you to Caroline Challe, Jack MacLeod, Johnny Riordan, Harper Brinkley, Eleanor Hawkes and Melanie Murphy for their interview! Congratulations to Ariana Arenson and Grace Fluharty, our new editors for the podcast! This podcast is powered by Pinecast ....
Feb 11, 2022•Season 5Ep. 1
Episode Notes In today's episode, Paige and Nabeel discuss the new historical tours for first-year students, including how those tours were developed and why students are working to recontextualize the architecture of U.Va .'s Grounds. Resources to learn more: https://voicesforequity.virginiaequitycenter.org/ https://jeffersonschoolcitycenter.org/about/history/ https://blackfireuva.com/ This episode of On Record was written by Ariana Arenson. It was produced by Grace Fluharty. Our hosts are Paig...
Oct 28, 2021•26 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Episode Notes Paige and Nabeel discuss the return to Grounds for the fall semester and speak to students about how they have been affected by it. This episode was written by Nabeel Raza. It was produced by Grace Fluharty. Our editor is Nabeel Raza. We're always available for contact at podcast@cavalierdaily.com. This podcast is powered by Pinecast .
Oct 06, 2021•Season 4Ep. 5
Episode Notes Paige and Nabeel discuss the history of Beta Bridge, an iconic U.Va . landmark. On Record is written by Will Bird, Neila Connaughton, Sophia Moore, Genevieve Charles, Maggie Lynn, Jake Morgan, Kate Patalino, Ariana Arenson, and Kristen Davidson-Schwartz. It is produced by Grace Fluharty, Anne Williams, David Hunt, and Jenna Oneto. Our editor is Nabeel Raza. We're always available for contact at podcast@cavalierdaily.com. Special thanks to Sandy Gilliam for speaking to us for this e...
May 05, 2021•14 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Episode Notes In this week's episode, Paige and Nabeel talk about what graduation ceremonies for the Classes of 2020 and 2021 will look like. Additionally, we hear some students' thoughts about those plans. On Record is written by Will Bird, Neila Connaughton, Sophia Moore, Genevieve Charles, Maggie Lynn, Jake Morgan, Kate Patalino, Ariana Arenson, and Kristen Davidson-Schwartz. It is produced by Grace Fluharty, Anne Williams, David Hunt, and Jenna Oneto. Our editor is Nabeel Raza. We're always ...
Apr 21, 2021•13 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Episode Notes Paige and Nabeel discuss the University's spring semester "break days", and we hear from some students about what they are doing on these days off. On Record is written by Will Bird, Neila Connaughton, Sophia Moore, Genevieve Charles, Maggie Lynn, Jake Morgan, Kate Patalino, Ariana Arenson, and Kristen Davidson-Schwartz. It is produced by Grace Fluharty, Anne Williams, David Hunt, and Jenna Oneto. Our editor is Nabeel Raza. We're always available for contact at podcast@cavalierdail...
Apr 02, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 2
