News & Notes

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Jefferson Scholar puts an engineering mindset to work as an entrepreneur

Fourth-year Scholar co-founded a new business this summer in his hometown

September 8, 2026

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In the News

Jefferson Scholars Foundation announces new graduate fellowship opportunity

December 9, 2021

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

December 6, 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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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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Fourth-Year Jefferson Scholar inspires students to learn about environmental science through a native lens

September 14, 2021

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Third-year Scholar is one of 50 students selected to participate in U.Va.’s 22nd Century Scholars program

July 27, 2021

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Scholar alumna receives a Rotary Global Grant to pursue graduate studies abroad

July 1, 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.

Faculty Reception

Faculty Support

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