first year pamhplet 2013
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aFirst
yearsguide to
groundsa service of UVa Student Council
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on-grounds locationshotspots
Clark Hall (10)- A popular library closer to dorms
Clemons Library (11)- Need to study late? Clemons is open
24 hours on weekdays
Gibson Hall (45)
- Departments of Politics and Religious Studies
- On the South Lawn
- Main buiding for classrooms and oces
- Dont mix this up with Old Cabell Hall!
New Cabell Hall (29)
Newcomb Hall (30)- Dining Room: Fresh Food Co. at Newcomb Hall- Pavillion XI Restaurants
Alderman Library (1, left)- Your #1 spot for checking out library books
for general research papers
- Also contains the historical Alderman stacks
for individual studying
Harrison Institute and Small SpecialCollections Library (19)
- A new library by Clemons and Alderman
Greenberrys (1, 10)- Conveniently located in Clark and Alderman
Libraries for your snacking needs
Cocke Hall (31)- Department of Philosophy
Peabody Hall (32)
Rouss Hall & Robertson Hall (35)- McIntire School of Commerce
University Bookstore (37)
Elson Student Health Center (46)
- Call to make an appointment
- Oce of Admission and the
Oce of the Dean of Students
- Need textbooks? Get em here!
Old Cabell Hall (31)
- Department of Music
- Main hall for music performances
Nau Hall (44)
- Department of History
Starbucks at South Lawn (45)- Coee break, anyone?
The Lawn & The Rotunda (34)- Welcome to UVa!
Einstein Bros. Bagels (37)- Right inside the bookstore!
Brooks Hall (3)- Department of Anthropology
46
- Student Activities Center and Post Oce- Newly renovated movie theatre
- Meeting spaces and lounges to study
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Campbell Hall (11)- School of ArchitectureFiske Kimball Fine Arts Library (11)
- Arts Grounds library across from Mad Bowl
Arts Grounds & Architecture
Carrs Hill Field (5)
- Where IM sports matches take place
Drama Building (7)
- A space to see great play and perfomances - UVas rst athletic eld
- Dug out to create the Lawns terraces
- Famous for Easters parties in the 1960s- Now host philanthropies frisbee players,
and club sports practices
Lambeth Field (13)
Madison Hall (18) Mad Bowl (7)
- The Presidents Oce
Madison House (19)
- One of two public service hubs at the
University, after Learning in Action
JPJ Arena (7)
- Basketball Stadium
- Host special events &
concerts
Klockner (8)
- Lacrosse and SoccerStadium
Athletics
- Department of Studio Art
- Dont confuse this with Runer Hall!
Run Hall (21)
Davenport Field at the
UVa Baseball Stadium(4)
- Go Hoos!
- Upperclass dorms
Lambeth Dorms (12)
Fine Arts Cafe (11)- Eat locally grown organic food!
University Hall
- Athletic Department
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Old Dorms & McCormick Road
Alumni Hall (3)
Chemistry Building (36)- Department of Chemistry
- Departments of Biology and Psychologyand research facilities- Gilmer Library
Gilmer Hall (17)
Kerchof Hall (22)
- Department of Mathematics
- IM sports and other recreational activities
Runer Hall (44)
- Curry School of Education- Dont confuse with Run Hall!
- Oces of the Alumni Association
Memorial Mem Gym (28)
Dell 1 & Dell 2 (51,52)
Physics Building (41)
- Duh. Department of Physics
- School of EngineeringThornton Hall (46)
- E-School buildings- Chemical Engineering Research Building (9)
- Material Sciences Building (24)- Mechanical Engineering Building (27)- Olsson Hall (38)- Small Hall (1)- Rice Hall (58)
Engineering Way (9, 24, 27, 46, 38, 1, 58)
Old Dorms (26)
- Oldest dorms on Grounds (Old old dorms)- The Quad, a great place for relaxing- Housing Division Oce
The Castle (26-A)
- Dining location oering sandwichesand grill in the Bonnycastle Dorm
- Open late! Get a Cyclops burger here!
- Inside Rice Hall on the rst oorEinstein Bros. Bagels (58)
- E-School Research buildingWilsdorf Hall (48)
- A great place to eat and study
Wilsdorf Cafe (48)
Monroe Hall (30)
- College of Arts & Sciences Oces
West Range Cafe (Next to 16)
- Located on the South end of theWest Range on the Lawn, this is oneof the best kept secrets for lunch!
Garrett Hall (16)
- Frank Batten School of Public Policyand Leadership
Minor Hall (29)
Maury Hall (25)
Bryan Hall (7)
- Department of English
Amphitheatre (59)
- Open air amphitheatre forperformances or just relaxing
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Alderman Road & Hereford
Aquatic Fitness Center (4)- Main tness center
Slaughter Recreating Center (17)
- Fitness Center
Student Activities Building (21)
- Multi-purpose space for use by student groups
Hereford Residential College (28)
- On Grounds First Year and Upperclass Housing
Astronomy Building (5)
Observatory Hill Ohill DIning (13)
- Main dining hall for rst year students
- Oce of Dining Services
- Olympic-sized pool
- Practice rooms for tness classes
- Department of Astronomy
Scott Stadium (8)
- Football Stadium
Crossroads (13)
- Convenience Store and grill inside
Ohill.
Bryant Hall at Scott Stadium (7)
- University Career Services
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Runk Dining Hall (29)
- Dining Hall catering to the Hereford area
- Its a hike, but the themed dinners are worth it!
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Operating Schedules
University Transit Service operates under dierent schedules throughout the year. During academic
semesters, UTS runs Full Service. On most holidays, including Reading Days, Winter Break, and
Summer Vacation, UTS operates Holiday Service. In addition, during exams and nals, UTS runs exam
service and on Friday and Saturday nights, UTS runs extended late night service.
Full Service Mon-Fri with all routes, except Special Routes, on 10-minute intervals. After 8pm the
Northline and U-Loop run on a 20-min loop.
Extended Late Night Serviceoperates from 12:30am-2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays. This servicefeatures the Northline and Outer U-Loop running on a 20-minute service.
GET THE App & Make it easyThe University transit system is now on TransLoc. Get the
GPS app for minute by minute bus information and
locations. (Seriously. Its so much easier this way!)
available for iphone and android
UTS BUS ROUTES
Northline (NL) The Northline connects housing areas with Central and North Grounds. The Northline provides service to the
Hereford Residential College, Central Grounds, the Emmet/Ivy Garage, U-Hall, Darden, the Law School, and the Barracks Road Shopping
Center. The Northline also runs during Extended Late Night Service.
Inner Loop (IL) & Outer Loop (OL) The University Loop (U-Loop) connects the University with the Health System and
surrounding housing areas. The U-Loop runs in two opposite directions with the Inner U-Loop and Outer U-Loop.
Central Grounds (CGS) The Central Grounds Shuttle (CGS) provides service to the Copeley Family Housing Area, U-Hall, Facilities
Management, and destinations along McCormick Road in Central Grounds. The CGS runs during Full, Holiday, and Exam Services.
Collonade Shuttle The Colonnade Shuttle connects areas on Ivy Road to destinations in Central Grounds including Facilities
Management, McCormick Road, and the Emmet/Ivy Garage. The Colonnade Shuttle only runs during Full Service.
Green Route (GRN) The Green Route connects commuter lots to the Health System. The Green Route serves U-Hall, theEmmet/Ivy Garage, Central Grounds Garage, Cabell Hall, and the Health System. The Green Route does not run on Saturdays or Sundays.
Stadium Hospital (SH)The Stadium/Hospital Shuttle (SHS) provides direct shuttle service between the commuter lots at Scott
Stadium to the U.Va Health System. SHS does not run on Saturdays or Sundays.
For full service information visit www.virginia.edu/Map and go to University Transit Service
University Transit System
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Other Ways to Get Around
Zipcar is a car rental service that is mostly self serve. You can sign up to be a
member as a University student and rent a car for day trips or weekendgetaways! To use the service, you need to be 18 and have a valid drivers license.Rates vary depending on distance driven, gas used, and type of car you want touse.
For more information visit www.zipcar.com
Charlottesville-Albermarle Airport (CHO) is a commercial service airport thatoers daily non-stop ights to and from major cities such as New York,
Washington DC, Charlotte, Detroit and Atlanta.There are also numerous airportshuttles available.
For more information visit www.gocho.com or call (434) 973-8342
Also check out UVAirBus for a university provided shuttle airservice toRichmond and DC. For more on this visit www.uvastudentcouncil.com
Amtrakhas a nearby train station located at 810 West Main Street which is ashort ride from Grounds. This particular station does not have lines throughevery major rail station, but it does service Union Station in Washington DC and
Baltimore Washington Airport Rail Station. For information regarding tickets
visit www.amtrak.com or call (434) 296 - 4559
Greyhoud has a nearby bus station located at 310 West Main Street. Forinformation regarding tickets visit www.greyhound.com or call (434) 295-5131.
Home Ride is a bus service oered exclusively to Virginia college students
looking to travel between local cities and other Universities including Radford,Virginia Tech, James Madison, and of course UVA. Students can also travel toNorthern Virginia, Richmond, Hampton, Harrisonburg, and Charlottesville.
For more information visit www.homeride.com
Yellow Cab is a taxi service you can use to go to and from the airport or thetrain station. Rates depend on the time or day and destination, but expect tospend at least $40 for a cab from these locations.
Yellow cab also allows students to use the Dart Program. This service allowsstudents who are physically disabled that are unable to use UTS to use the taxi
service to take them where they need to go on grounds. This is oered on anindividual application baisis.
For more info visit www.virginia.edu/parking/disabilities/dart/index.html
Yellow cab also has a Dean of Student program in which you can present the
driver with a valid UVA I.D. and ll out a ticket with your information to ride. Theticket is charged to the Dean of Students who will in turn bill the studentsaccount. This is pretty useful if you dont have your wallet on you.
For more information visit www.cvilleyellowcab.com/Uva.aspx
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Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) oers University students access to the CATbuses as well as the Free Trolley. The CAT buses service other parts ofCharlottesville including the Fashion Square Mall, Barracks Road, andDowntown. The Free Trolley goes between Downtown and the University.
While the trolley is free to use, the CAT buses require you to use a valid UVa I.D.to ride.
For more information on bus routes and service go online tohttp://www.charlottesville.org/Index.aspx?page=661
How do I get to...
Old Dorms to Rugby Road?
Get on the Outer Loop or Northline on McCormick or the Whitehead
Stop by the AFC and get o at Rugby (OL) or University Avenue in front
of the Rotunda (NL).
The Corner or to the Downtown Mall?
For the Corner get on the Trolley and get o at the Rotunda on
Elliewood by Starbucks, or by 14th Street by Boylan. For the Downtown
Mall, sit tight and continue to the Downtown Mall.
Barracks Road Shopping Center?
Get on the Northline heading towards North Grounds and it will take
you to Barracks. To get back, wait by McDonalds where you were
dropped o.
Walmart or Fashion Square Mall?
Get on the CAT Route 7 (NOT a UTS Route). You can get on at the Corner
by the Bank of America building and it will take you to Fashion Square
Mall, Walmart, and stops at Barracks on the way back.
Foods of All Nations, Papa Johns, or Tokyo Rose? (Down Ivy Road)
Take the Collonade Shuttle or Central Grounds Shuttle.
Trolley & The CAT
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Barracks Road Shopping
How to Get to Barracks:Take Emmett Street past Ivy Road and JPJ andit is on the left about 0.5 miles from Grounds. There are lots of shops,
restaurants and grocery stores.
Barnes & Noble
Michaels Arts and Crafts
Talbots
GameStop
White House Black Market
Ulta
Banana Republic
Blue Ridge Mountain Sports
CVS
Bed Bath and Beyond
Old Navy
KrogerHarris Teether
Anthropologie
AT&T
Jos. A. Bank
Ann Taylor Loft
Chicos
Francescas Colelctions
Pink Palmbevello
VanNesa Luggage and Leather
Kate Spade
Levys
Penelope
Richey & Co. Shoes
Rack Room Shoes
Salon Cielo, an Aveda Lifestyle Salon
Lindt Chocolate Shop
Yankee Candle
The Virginia Shop
Rebeccas Natural Food
OriginsFedEx Oce (Open 24 Hours!)
PeachMac
Hair Cuttery
Staples Barber Shop
Visionworks
U.S. Post Oce
Bank of America
Sun Trust BankWells Fargo Bank
Ben & Jerrys
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
Burger King
Chipotle
Cups Frozen Yogurt
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Greenberrys
Hotcakes
McDonalds
Oil & Vinegar
Panera Bread
Ruby tuesday
Slice
Smoothie King
SweetFrog
Tara Thai
Virginia ABC Liquor Store
...and more!
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Explore The Corner
How to Get to the Corner: University Avenue, within walking distanceof Central Grounds. The best part? Some restuarants are open late!
Bodo's Bagels
Starbucks
The Virginian
No. 3
College Inn
Dunkin DonutsTrinity Irish Pub
Michael's Bistro and
Taphouse
Littlejohn's New York Deli
Qdoba
The White Spot
Boylan Heights
Berry Berry Frozen Yogurt
Cafe Europa
The Corner Cup
Mellow Mushroom
Jimmy John's
Marco and Luca Dumplings
Take It Away Sandwich Shop
Coupe Deville's
Para Coee
The Biltmore
Buttz BBQThe Pigeon Hole
Christian's Pizza
Revolutionary Soup
Subway
Arch's Frozen Yogurt
Lemongrass
Sakura Sushi
Basil's Mediterranean Bistro
St. Maarten Cafe
Onyx Hookah Lounge
Two Guys Tacos
Cohns on The Corner
Mincer's
Student Book Store
Finch
CVS Pharmacy
Freeman Victorius Framing Shop
Jack Wills University Outtters
Kulture Clothing
Ragged Mountain Running ShopThe Copy Shop
Brillig Books
Duo New & Used Clothing
Arctic Inuit Art
Innovations
7 Day Jr. Market
Get to know the Corner...youll be
coming here often!
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Gett ing Involved
Dont be that kid that sits in the dorm room watching Netix and surngthe Internet. Go immerse yourself in the various activities on Grounds!
CIO (Contracted Independent Organization)
A fancy way to say club here at UVA, there are hundreds of student run
organizations with tons of diernt things to do. There are over 800+
groups on Grounds. Maybe there isnt one that suits your interest?
Make your own! For more info visit https://atuva.student.virginia.edu
Fraternities and Sororities
Both hold formal recruitment upon return from Winter Break. You must
register to rush prior to Winter Break.
For more info visit www.virginia.edu/fsl
Athletics - Club & Intramural Sports (IM Sports)
Club sports hold tryouts in the Fall but there is always an opportunity to
be involved in intramural sports. Many people will start an IM team with
their hall in thier dorm. You can sign up for IM sports and nd out the
schedule for Club sports tryouts through the Aquatic Fitness Center.
For more info visit www.virginia.edu/ims
Free Tickets for Drama and Music
Full time UVA students can reserve one complimentary ticket for everyperformance of the six mainstage Drama Department events. As for the
certain Music Department events, you can also get a free ticket as long
as you reserve it online in advanced through the UVA Arts Box Oce.
For more info visit www.artsboxoce.virginia.edu
Madison House
One excellent way to nd various opportunities to volunteer in Charlot-
tesville and at UVA is through Madison House. There is usually some-thing that interests everyone at Madison House. register through thier
website www.madisonhouse.orgor visit the Madison House at
170 Rugby Road.
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Go Outdoors!
Hike Humpback or Old Rag
Its something everybody does at some point...go early in the morning
to see a spectacular sunrise and some great views. The hike is a little less
than 2 miles and the trailhead is located o the Blue Ridge Parkway. Old
Rag Mountain is more challenging and just north of Charlottesville.
Wintergreen Resort
This mountain resort features skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing,ice-skating, golf and tennis.
Carters Mountain Orchard
In the Fall, this is the perfect place to pick apples and other vegetables.
Dont forget to try the apple donuts...theyre addicting.
James River and Bluehole
Ready for a dip? If you are looking to cool o during the warmer monthsgo to the James River. Outtters like James River Runners and James
River Reeling and Rafting oer activites like canoeing, kayaking, rafting,
innertubing and shing. Bluehole is another option, a natural swimming
hole where you can cool o with friends.
Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive
Skyline Drive is just a 30 minute drive from Charlottesville and can be
accessed by taking 64 West to 250 E and immediately turning onto
Skyline Drive. If you feel like hiking or bakcpacking, Shenandoah has
over 500 miles of trails.
Really, really like the outdoors?
Join the Outdoors at UVA Club!