Benefactors Society
Benefactors Society
The Benefactors Society recognizes yearly leadership-level giving to UVA’s College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Through their philanthropy to the College Fund, Benefactors advance the strategic priorities of Arts & Sciences as the University strives to be the number one public university in the country. Benefactors Society support helps create a second-to-none liberal arts education for undergraduates, assures that we hire and keep the very best faculty, bolster research capabilities, and strengthen the Graduate School, where PhD students work alongside professors and undergrad students to teach, conduct research and provide mentorship.
2025 Benefactors Society VIB Weekend
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We were thrilled to welcome our benefactors back to Grounds for Very Important Benefactors (VIB) Weekend on Friday, September 26! The weekend kicked off with a spirited tailgate, complete with a surprise performance by the UVA Cavalier Marching Band, who brought incredible energy and school spirit to the celebration. The excitement carried into an unforgettable football game against Florida State, where the Hoos clinched a thrilling victory and fans rushed the field in celebration.
The momentum continued Saturday morning with a special brunch, where benefactors had the opportunity to relive the game-day energy and hear from Meira Kensky, Director of Undergraduate Advising. Her powerful presentation offered an inside look at the new Arts & Sciences advising model, sharing inspiring success stories and highlighting how this student-centered approach is enriching the undergraduate experience in meaningful ways.