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Foundation-funded professor and notable economist honored by the American Economic Association

Alex MacKay is among two UVA faculty members to receive a 2025 AEJ Paper Award

April 26, 2025

Entrepreneurship and service come together for this Jefferson Scholar alumnus

September 22, 2020

The Pandemic Economy: An Interim Report

September 9, 2020

A Transformational Gift

David Walentas was the first in his family to pursue a college degree. Now, with a $100 million commitment to the Foundation, he is empowering high school graduates to take the same life-altering step.

August 28, 2020

Jefferson Scholars help address real-world problems

August 13, 2020

Scholar alumna finds new ways to connect with high school students during pandemic

August 5, 2020

Longtime Darden faculty member and friend and supporter of the Foundation has passed away

July 21, 2020

Visionary artist and generous benefactor Jane Walentas has passed on a legacy that will endure for years

July 21, 2020

Second-year Scholar helps launch new podcast to keep community members informed in her hometown

July 10, 2020

Foundation awards Jefferson and National Fellowships to a record 31 graduate students

June 10, 2020

Professor funded by the Foundation shares his recent findings in autism research

June 9, 2020

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.

Fellowships

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

Faculty Support

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

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