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A History of Central Grounds
Central Grounds has changed dramatically over the past two centuries since the founding of the University of...
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Sports
Is NIL the End of College Sports?
The recent departure of Virginia men’s basketball coach Tony Bennett has certainly been a hot topic amongst the...
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Sports
New Year Momentum Stalls as Louisville Routs Virginia 70-50
Following a thrilling 70-67 victory over NC State (8-5, 1-2 ACC), the 8-5 Virginia Cavaliers hosted another game in...
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Recent Trump Appointees Face Criticism and Doubt
A number of appointment announcements by President Donald Trump ahead of his January inauguration have raised...
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Middle Grounds
Middle Grounds: Should Politics Determine Your Friendships?
In today's polarized America, politics often strain personal relationships. This edition of Middle Grounds examines...
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Opinion
The Free World Lacks A Leader
In 1988, the free world stood at the precipice of victory. The Berlin Wall would fall a year later, and not long...
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Sports
Tony Bennett: A Trip Down Memory Lane
In a shocking decision afternoon on Thursday, October 17, Virginia Athletics announced that Tony Bennett, head coach...
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Lifestyle
A Wicked Good Time
Ever since I fell down the rabbit hole of Broadway musicals in 2015, I have patiently awaited the release of the...
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A Semester of Free Speech: Ten Mission-Aligned Events Recently Held on Grounds
The Jefferson Independent’s mission, first and foremost, is to promote freedom of speech on Grounds. There are many...
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Opinion
Why People Voted For Trump
November 6th was a somber day on Grounds, to say the least. The mood shifted noticeably after Trump’s victory, and it...
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