Scholars

Jefferson Scholar awarded Marshall Scholarship to study at University of Oxford

Catherine Cossaboom, JS '25, receives prestigious scholarship to pursue graduate degree in mathematics

December 19, 2024

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Two Scholars selected to emcee UVA's Annual Lighting of the Lawn

Walentas Scholar Justin Gregory and Jefferson Scholar Diya Gupta emceed the 24th Annual Lighting of the Lawn

December 9, 2024

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Two Scholars compete in the Federal Reserve College Challenge

Walentas Scholar Micah Andrews and Jefferson Scholar Maggie Doyle among six students who joined UVA professor in competition

December 16, 2024

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Foundation has announced the names of 46 high school seniors selected to join the Jefferson and Walentas Scholars’ Class of 2028

The Foundation administered two distinct and highly competitive selection processes to build the Class of 2028

May 28, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar receives Truman Scholarship to pursue her graduate studies

Lisa Kopelnik, JS '25, is the 12th Jefferson Scholar to receive a Truman Scholarship

April 18, 2024

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Third Year Jefferson Scholar receives Goldwater Scholarship to study mathematics

Catherine Cossaboom, JS '25, receives prestigious award to continue her studies in mathematics

April 18, 2024

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Fourth Year Jefferson Scholar named a James C. Gaither Junior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Kristin O'Donoghue, JS '24, will assist a senior fellow in the program and will help with writing op-eds and policy proposals

April 9, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar selected as new chair of the University Judiciary Committee will prioritize transparency and creation of endowment

Harper Jones, JS '25, shares her goals for next year as the newly selected chair

April 5, 2024

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Fourth Year Jefferson Scholar shares her passion for research and public health

Ava Hollis, JS '24, reflects on her experience studying neuroscience at UVA.

April 5, 2024

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Jefferson Scholar selected to serve as student member of UVA's Board of Visitors

Lisa Kopelnik, JS '25, will represent the student body and advise Board members on their decisions

March 18, 2024

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