Today, we honor those whose service and sacrifice strengthen our communities and our democracy. Batten recognizes the veterans among our students, alumni, faculty, and staff whose leadership continues to inspire our shared commitment to public service.
Celebrate @UVA's James Davison Hunter, winner of the Edwards Book Award for Democracy and Solidarity. Stay for a conversation with Dean Ian H. Solomon on culture, politics & America’s future. Register: https://t.co/grAKFI0Zoa
Hear from @LevarStoney (D) and @RyanWeld (R) in a bipartisan dialogue on opportunity, income, and poverty across rural and urban America. Register: https://t.co/TpWu4EAEdD
UVA Batten now has more than 2,000 alumni out in the world leading and shaping policy. 🌍 Alumni, be sure to join Batten Connect, our new platform for networking and career growth: https://t.co/zUGVLfJOfz
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, how can universities renew their commitment to citizenship education?
Register now to join Paul Carrese for a conversation on preparing the next generation for civic life. https://t.co/p5VHMBUz2D
UVA Batten Dean Solomon, @UVA President Mahoney, and @CvilleCityHall Mayor Wade gathered in Garrett Hall ahead of Batten Builds, the school’s annual day of service in the Charlottesville community.
Join us for a special Batten Hour with Rick Carlisle (CLAS ’84), head coach of the Indiana Pacers, 2011 NBA champion, and @UVAMensHoops alum. 🏀
Register today! https://t.co/SsuNEX8mZG
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In an article for @Nature, UVA Batten affiliate @JonathanColmer shares how data from the Environmental Inequality Lab can help local authorities predict who — not just where — will be affected by natural disasters. https://t.co/kK6wOdFaqv
How can sports help bridge divides in some of the world’s most divided regions? On the latest episode of Grounds to Listen, Brendan Tuohey, co-founder and president of PeacePlayers shares how kids who play together can learn to live together.
https://t.co/w46CeoXEcr
In recognition of World Refugee Day, UVA Batten’s Humanitarian Collaborative partnered with @AmnaHealing, a refugee-led nonprofit, to publish a blog today focused on Jordan & Lebanon, which have some of the highest refugee populations per capita globally.
https://t.co/M2noZDBAN0
How do you bring leaders together after violence and division? On this episode of Grounds to Listen, Beyond Conflict CEO Tim Phillips joins host Dean Solomon to share insights from decades of work reducing conflict and increasing tolerance globally.
🎧 https://t.co/LUlhBZy6Zi
The UVA Batten community is deeply saddened by the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly, a cherished friend and colleague of many faculty and staff, a mentor to innumerable students and alumni, and an inspiring example of public service leadership.
https://t.co/9jlForChl7
When UVA Batten alumnus Cameron Haddad (MPP ’19) needed sharp, thorough editors for the World Bank’s Poverty & Equity Briefs, he turned to Batten MPP ’25 students — paying forward the mentorship that once shaped his own path.
Read here: https://t.co/m54ji000uH
A sendoff to remember, in the heart of downtown 🧡💙
On Saturday, the UVA Batten community gathered at The Paramount Theater to celebrate our graduating BA and MPP students.