News & Notes

Jackson Sleadd

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

Jackson Sleadd, JS '27, wants to make all students feel heard and connect with students of UVA's College at Wise.

June 3, 2026

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In the News

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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Jefferson Scholar alumnus brings recognition to Northwestern's law school

January 30, 2023

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Foundation professor Danielle Citron featured in UVA Today’s new Faculty Spotlight series

January 13, 2023

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Professor funded by the Foundation discusses her new book on digital privacy

December 6, 2022

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Jefferson Scholar receives the George J. Mitchell Scholarship to study in Ireland

November 23, 2022

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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.