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Two Walentas Scholars find a home at UVA School of Architecture

First-year Walentas Scholars Kaitlyn Johns and Julia Miller are UVA School of Architecture's first Walentas Scholars

October 6, 2026

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Professor funded by the Foundation shares with Forbes how strong leaders manage in times of crises and uncertainty

March 17, 2022

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Three Jefferson Fellows receive prestigious fellowships in support of their research

February 8, 2022

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Two professors funded by the Foundation make strides in the field of neuroscience

December 17, 2021

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Jefferson Scholars Foundation announces new graduate fellowship opportunity

December 9, 2021

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U.Va. professor and friend of the Foundation spotlighted for cutting-edge research in the field of retinal development and disease

December 6, 2021

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Christopher Benos, JS '18, wins Schwarzman Scholarship to study in China

December 6, 2021

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Scholar alumna directs NBC's live production of a classic musical

December 3, 2021

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Two Jefferson Scholars join forces to launch startup promoting climate science education

November 17, 2021

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Fourth Year Jefferson Scholar and Chair of the Honor Committee joins U.Va. President Jim Ryan for the newest episode of "Inside UVA"

November 17, 2021

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Scholar alumna named among 50 Outstanding Asian Americans in Business

September 17, 2021

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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.
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Fellowships

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

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