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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

One Jefferson Scholar transitions role as Chair of University Judiciary Committee to another fellow Scholar

April 24, 2023

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First-year Jefferson Scholar receives the Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship

April 4, 2023

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Foundation professor helps MBA students face some of the biggest challenges at the intersection of business and society

March 23, 2023

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First-year Walentas Scholar delivers personal address as part of UVA's "Double Take" speaker series

February 24, 2023

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Three of the 18 UVA students offered Fulbright Scholarships in 2022 were Jefferson Scholars

February 13, 2023

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Third-year Jefferson Scholar Morgan Hughes named co-chair of UVA's Housing and Residence Life

February 13, 2023

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Jefferson Scholar alumna Melissa Murray to deliver keynote address at the 40th anniversary Journal of Law & Politics symposium

February 10, 2023

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Foundation professor takes new approach to training next generation of historians

February 7, 2023

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Jefferson Fellow's research examines the short- and long-term impact of heat waves on bodies of water

February 7, 2023

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Fourth-year Jefferson Scholar puts money back in community members' pockets as the head of Madison House program

February 1, 2023

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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.

Faculty Reception

Faculty Support

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