Do what you love – and develop friendships and leadership skills along the way. Between service projects, student organizations, and cultural groups, chances are that we've got what you're looking for. Your community is waiting for you!
Activities, Programs & Organizations
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Multicultural Student Support
Whether you're from a historically underrepresented community or broadening your cross-cultural understanding, our four centers – Multicultural Student Center, LGBTQ Center, Latinx Student Center, and Interfaith Student Center – can help you find your voice.
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Volunteering and Service
Looking for a way to serve while doing what you love? Whether it's online tutoring, park restoration, or animal rescue, connect with a volunteer opportunity just right for you!
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Join an Organization, Club, or Other Student Group
Find your community by following your passion. If you don't see what you're looking for among the 650+ student organizations at UVA...start your own!
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African-American Student Programs and Support
Your "home away from home" awaits on Dawson's Row! At the Office of African-American Affairs, you'll find social support, academic resources, and a team championing change on your behalf.
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Get involved in Greek Life
Learn about UVA's four Greek Councils and how they provide opportunities to pursue scholarship, leadership, service, and diversity.
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Orientation & Transition Programs
Orientation & Transition Programs helps first-year, second-year, and transfer students adjust to academic and social life at the University. We're glad you're here!
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LGBTQ+ Student Support
Questioning, coming out, queer, or an ally? The LGBTQ Center is the place for you. We are a welcoming, safe space with services and programs that raise awareness of sexual and gender diversities at UVA.
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Event Planning
Reserve a space for your on-Grounds event and review University guidance on advertising, decorating, and catering.
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Meriwether Lewis Institute
The Meriwether Lewis Institute for Citizen Leadership at the University of Virginia is a multi-year fellowship that prepares students for a lifetime of leadership at the University and beyond.
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Student Engagement Office
The best way to reach us currently is via email at [email protected].
Our in-person officers are primarily housed within the PAC (Programs & Councils Office), Newcomb Hall First Floor, room 164.
180 McCormick Road
P.O. Box 400701
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Staff
Student Engagement & Event Management
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1515 University Avenue
Charlottesville, VA 22903-2636
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Multicultural Student Services
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Hoos First
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Student Center Facilities Operations
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Fraternity & Sorority Life
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Newcomb Hall 164
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Orientation and Transition Programs
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Dean of Students
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Policy, Accountability, and Critical Events
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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Evan Pivonka
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Communications & Technology
![Alison White](/system/files/styles/circle_photo_200x200/private/profile-photos/ali-white.jpg?itok=G07XK9FG)
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
University Transfer Support Team
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Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
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