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Kevin Pelphrey

Foundation-funded professor co-authors study linking brain activity to communication in autism

New study by Kevin Pelphrey offers insight into the biology of autism

July 20, 2026

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In the News

14th Annual Jefferson Fellows Symposium

February 19, 2016

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Faith Lyons, JS '16, helps to build consensus among the student body in her role as Honor Committee Chair

February 8, 2016

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Russell Bogue, JS '16, was recently named a Rhodes Scholar and continues to receive recognition for his achievements

January 29, 2016

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Ben Gorham, JF '17, helps to preserve ancient artifacts with a new technology

January 26, 2016

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Maurie McInnis, JS '88, named Provost at University of Texas

January 21, 2016

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Brad Wilcox, JS '92, examines the impact of religion on family life among minorities

January 19, 2016

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Ben Harris, JS '16, joins the inaugural class of Schwarzman Scholars

January 19, 2016

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Stephanie Bernhard, JF '16, debuts her novel at The Bridge PAI's Reading Series in Charlottesville

January 14, 2016

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Maeve Curtin, JS '18, helps bridge the divide between the University community and the City of Charlottesville

December 1, 2015

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Evan Behrle, JS '14, thrives as a Rhodes Scholar and attributes much of his success to his education at U.Va.

December 1, 2015

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Scholars gathering at the Foundation

Scholarships

Learn more about the selection process and nomination for the Jefferson Scholarship and the Walentas Scholarship from the Jefferson Scholars Foundation at the University of Virginia.

Fellows on Election Day

Fellowships

The Foundation supports world-class graduate students through Jefferson Fellowships and National Fellowships.

Faculty Reception

Faculty Support

Learn more about how the Foundation supports UVA faculty with the Distinguished Professorship Program and faculty awards.