Videos
Entrepreneurship Interview: Rachelle Turiello
Rachelle Turiello (Col ’24) was a panelist at the UVA Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit that took place in Arlington, Virginia, in 2025. We chatted with her about the UVA experiences that have prepared her for and supported her through her entrepreneurial journey and the advice she’d share with fellow entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurship Interview: Billy Howell
Billy Howell (Batten ’18) was a guest speaker at the UVA Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit that took place in Arlington, Virginia, in 2025. We chatted with him about the UVA experiences that have prepared him for and supported him through his entrepreneurial journey and the advice he’d share with fellow entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurship Interview: Ben Holmes
Ben Holmes (Engr ’09) was our keynote speaker at the UVA Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit that took place in Arlington, Virginia, in 2025. We chatted with him about the UVA experiences that have prepared him for and supported him through his entrepreneurial journey and the advice he’d share with fellow entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurship Interview: Annie Page
Annie Page (Col ’17, Darden ’23) was a panelist at the UVA Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit that took place in Arlington, Virginia, in 2025. We chatted with her about the UVA experiences that have prepared her for and supported her through her entrepreneurial journey and the advice she’d share with fellow entrepreneurs.
2025 Impact Report
The UVA Alumni Association’s purpose is to ignite lifelong engagement, strengthen the bonds among Hoos, and deepen alumni pride and love of the University. We are committed to nurturing these relationships to drive connection, community, and ultimately, impact. See how the UVA Alumni Association is the Heartbeat of the Alumni Experience for Life!
A Home for Every Hoo Progress Update 2
President and CEO Lily West and Board of Managers Vice Chair Al Park share their excitement and provide a behind-the-scenes look at construction progress for A Home for Every Hoo, our future Aggarwal Hall. They reflect on what this space will mean for the alumni community now and for generations to come.
A Home for Every Hoo Progress Update 1
Alumni Association President and CEO, Lily West, walks us through the first progress update from the job site before demolition of the old Alumni Hall. She provides background and insight into where we’re going as construction begins on our new home. The new building will sit on the same parcel of land as the existing […]
A Home for Every Hoo
Alumni Hall has been a home to the Alumni Association since 1936. But to fully honor the spirit of those who came before—and those who are yet to come—it is time to build a new home. A home that marries the best of the past with our aspirations for the future. A home that serves a worldwide alumni base while recognizing the unique contributions of each visitor.
Reflections of the Class of 1974
We sat down with members of the Class of 1974 and those involved in those first years of full coeducation as they shared their experiences in the early ’70s and beyond. Hear their stories.
2025 Fill Your Cup Fondest Alumni Hall Memories
At our 2025 Fill Your Cup event for soon-to-be graduating fourth year students we set up an open mic with a prompt to share their favorite memories at Alumni Hall.
I Am Ridley
Three words. Many voices. Together, they represent the people and purpose behind the Ridley Scholarship Program.
We Are Ridley
Ridley Scholars and board members reflect on the transformative power of scholarship, mentorship, and community—a testament to the program’s legacy of leadership and opportunity at UVA.
2024 BAW Committee Interviews
In the fall of 2023, we sat down with members of the BAW Committee to talk about what it means to be part of the Black UVA community. Alumni shared stories of friendships and lifelong connections, the work to create space at UVA, the legacy of Black excellence passed down from generation to generation, and what makes BAW so special.
College Compass 101
Created for UVA alumni families with students pursuing the college application or transfer process, and led by an expert team of college advisors, College Compass provides a trusted, personal college planning experience with curated resources and a unique place to connect with other families in a similar stage.
2024 Impact Report
Check out our first-ever Impact Report highlighting the impact of the Alumni Association in Fiscal Year 2024. Our hope is that it conveys the breadth and depth of the Alumni Association’s work and its role as an invaluable partner to constituencies across the University and to our alumni around the world.
College Compass Tips for College Tours
College tours are a great opportunity for parents and their children to explore and learn more about colleges in which they are interested. Since your college visits will probably be on the shorter end, it’s important to be thorough and efficient with whatever time you are able to spend there. Here are five tips to help you and your student get the most out of your campus visit!
What makes Ridley different?
Hear directly from Ridley Scholars as they reflect on how the program has shaped their lives—relieving financial burdens, creating a powerful sense of community, and opening doors to academic and professional opportunities.
Susan Tynan (Col class of ’98) Interview
Susan Tynan was a panelist at the UVA Alumni Entrepreneurship Mini-Summit that took place in Arlington, Virginia, in 2024. We had a chance to catch up with her on all things UVA and her journey to build Framebridge, a custom framing service.