Fall 2026 Events

Graduate Student

Sebastian Condyles is a graduate Computer Science student from Richmond, VA. He is a member of Catholic Hoos and the University Singers. He also volunteers at the Tuckahoe Rescue Squad as an EMT. In his free time, he enjoys reading history and hiking in the Shenandoah Mountains.

Graduate Student

Harrison Snedeker hails from Washington County, Virginia and is pursuing a Master of Public Policy (MPP) in the Frank Batten School. He previously graduated from UVA in Spring '26 with a B.A. in Applied Statistics. He hopes to pursue a career aligning with his interests in rural advocacy, economic development, tech policy and research, or statistical reasoning. Outside of class, Harrison enjoys reading, traveling, and serving as keyboardist for Charlottesville-based popular cover band Scarlet Fever.

Class of 2027

Edward Donahue is a fourth-year student from Point Lookout, NY studying economics and history. An active member of Catholic Hoos, he leads a bible study and serves on the organization’s social committee. Ed loves discussing all things history, with a particular fondness for the Civil War and Russian history. After graduation, he plans to work in the think tank world before pursuing a PhD in history.

Class of 2027

Jolina Dong is a fourth-year Government and Global Studies major from Goshen, New York. Around Grounds, she runs the Speaking Center, is the communications intern for UVA Student Affairs, serves as a TA for Intro to Global Studies, manages the front desk at the Miller Center and lives on the Lawn. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends and learning new skills.

Class of 2027

Rose Dorss is a fourth-year English major at UVA, proud to call Charlottesville home. She is a staff writer for The Jefferson Independent, an active member and volunteer with Catholic Hoos, and works in the Dean's Office at the School of Education. Upon graduation, she hopes to become a secondary English teacher, to share her love of literature and spirited conversation with future students.

Class of 2027

Daniel Goldberg is a fourth year from Stamford, CT, majoring in Biology with a minor in Public Policy and Leadership. Around Grounds he studies the pathology of Alzheimer's disease, supports patients and clinicians through volunteer work across UVA Health, and frequents BRC events. Daniel enjoys hiking, running, and exploring hidden gems with friends. After graduation, he plans to begin his career in healthcare strategy consulting.

Class of 2027

Josh Hanoka is a transfer student from Midlothian, VA studying philosophy. He plans to pursue a career in law after graduating from UVA. Josh is a member of the UVA Undergraduate Moot Court team and the Jefferson Literary and Debating society, among other involvements.

Class of 2027

Conwell Morris is a fourth-year Political Philosophy, Policy & Law major from Washington D.C. As the son of a career Marine, however, he has lived on both coasts and many places in between. On Grounds, he is the President of WUVA, a student-run, independent news organization, the Video Director for the Fourth Year Trustees, a local lacrosse official, and a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. He plans to attend law school after graduation, while keeping his eye on media production and politics along the way.

Class of 2027

Peyton Readler is a fourth-year Politics major from Columbus, OH. Around grounds, she is the Appeal Investigator for the Honor Committee, a staffer on the Cavalier Daily, an analyst for Profit with Purpose and Cavalier Strategies, and a Madison House volunteer. After graduation, she plans to attend law school. Outside of school, she enjoys running and hiking.

Class of 2027

Margot Sellgren is a fourth year Econ major from Arlington, VA. She is involved with the Jefferson Society on grounds and does research with Professor Charles Holt of the Economics Department. Outside of school, she enjoys cooking, sewing, and puzzling.

Class of 2028 (President)

Maddy Bello is a third-year student double majoring in PPL and Psychology, and minoring in Public Writing and Rhetoric, with aspirations of attending law school post-grad. Outside of BRC, she is also involved in Hoos for Memory, VRoP, PAD, Best Buddies, and more. In her free time, Maddy also loves going to coffee shops and trying new restaurants all around the Charlottesville area.

Wednesday, November 11

6:30 p.m. | Minor 125

‘This is Not Financial Advice’ exposes the modern gold rush, where everyday people gamble their fortunes on speculative cryptocurrencies—driven by an online culture of hype, influencers, and FOMO. Join us for an in-person screening followed by Q&A with the director of the film.

Co-sponsored with The Economics Club at UVA

Monday, November 16

6:30 p.m. | ROOM TBA

From sports gambling and marijuana to pornography and psychedelics, Americans have become increasingly permissive toward activities once viewed as vices. Charles Fain Lehman of the Manhattan Institute challenges the assumption that government should remain neutral, arguing that addictive products can undermine both individual freedom and the conditions necessary for a flourishing society.

Co-sponsored with the Virginia Undergraduate Law Review

Tuesday, November 17

6:30 p.m. | ROOM TBA

Earl Swift is the author of a book on the rediscovery of the final Apollo moon landings. His book explains why these extraordinary yet overshadowed missions—distinguished by the use of the revolutionary lunar roving vehicle—deserve to be celebrated as the pinnacle of human adventure and exploration.

Co-sponsored with The Engineering Student Council and the Mechatronics and Robotics Society (MARS)

Tuesday, December 1

6 p.m. | The Rotunda

Duncan Stroik, a UVA grad and architecture professor at the University of Notre Dame, joins the Blue Ridge Center to discuss why beauty and tradition should be the principal standard for architecture at UVA and beyond.