Founded by Thomas Jefferson back in 1819, the University of Virginia is a public university located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The university has twelve schools, an esteemed medical center, renowned research, and distinguished faculty members. Students get the chance to participate in self-governance, the arts, and an NCAA Division I Athletics program. The university research focuses on impact and societal changes by investing in initiatives such as the Data Science Institute and the Biocomplexity Institute. Outside ofthe lab and classrooms, students can build community or explore passions by participating in their choice of over 1,000 clubs and organizations. The campus is home to 17 courts, fields and recreation centers where students can go for club sports such as archery, bowling, swimming, baseball and more. Greek life organizations will foster friendships and art clubs such as a cappella singing groups will take to the stage for exhibitions and performances. Noteworthy alumni include former United States Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, actress Tina Fey, American writer Edgar Allan Poe, and hall-of-famer former NBA player Ralph Sampson.
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