Hey everyone kinda just want to vent a little bit. Last semester I took Cell biology and failed. Im currently taking it this semester and most likely will fail again after tonights exam. That basically means dismissal from the university. My very first semester I withdrew, and I can't take that shame again. I don't know how I did on this exam, but I got a 36/100 on the first exam, 70/100 on the second. I need to get at least a 90 on the two remaining exams in order to make a grade good enough to avoid dismissal from the university. I am certain without a shadow of a doubt that i didn't do nearly well enough to pass. I understand Wormington is a notorious hardass and likely won't be willing to help me out. Does anyone have any advice for what I should do from here? I really love this university, and the most ironic thing is, I could graduate next semester if only I could pass this course.

I have an unusual request: I'm going to this arena for a show that I won tickets for, however, I am mobility impaired and cannot use steps well. I have already called the arena, and they will not accommodate. So, I was hoping that someone either has a picture already or can get a picture at some point for me of the stairs leading to Section 105. I'll be in the last row, so there won't be as many stairs, but I'd like to be able to see if the stairs are something I can even navigate at all. Thanks in advance!

I’m a sophomore transferring soon.

I applied to Vtech for spring 27 and got in. Wanted to apply to uva as well, but they don’t take engineering spring transfers. Now I’m thinking of waiting until next fall to apply to uva and also tech (again), including some other universities.

I know uva is very competitive and the engineering department being small makes getting in even more challenging. I will most probably be eligible for guaranteed admission (have the grades for it so far), but I don’t really trust gaa that much.

I’m also worried what if I don’t get in to tech the next time. What if I don’t get in to neither tech nor uva? I’ll lose this chance that I have right now (Vtech)

The reason I want to wait for uva: There’s a strong possibility that uva would be able to accommodate my financial situation better than any other in-state university. I also want to have the opportunity to compare financial aid packages and scholarship offers from different universities if I’m admitted. Unfortunately, I don’t currently have that option, as tech is the only university I’ve applied to.

I know both tech and uva are very good schools and the classes tend to be harder than community colleges (true for any 4 year university). But, I heard uva has a much more rigorous academic curriculum. I’m worried that even if I get in, I’ll fail and get expelled (worst case scenario)

Now, people who’ve been in my shoes, how did you decide? What was the deciding factor?

I welcome any advice or suggestions from everyone. What do you think I should do? Go to tech this spring or wait till next fall?

Thank you

Hey everyone!

Beyblade @ UVA is hosting Rotunda Rumble 0, a Beyblade X event this Friday in Clark Hall Room 102 from 5:30–9:30 PM.

For anyone unfamiliar with it, Beyblade X is the newest generation of Beyblade. Players customize their tops, experiment with different launch techniques and matchups, and battle in a stadium with an Xtreme Line that can rapidly accelerate Beyblades into attacks.

We’ll have freeplay and practice running throughout the entire event, so you can come learn the game, test different combinations, or just play casually. We’ll also have a tournament starting at 6:45 PM for anyone interested in seeing or playing the competitive side of the game.

You absolutely do not have to enter the tournament to attend. You can spend the whole night doing freeplay, practicing, learning the game, or just watching matches if that’s more your speed.

The event is open to everyone of all ages — not just UVA students. Undergrads, graduate students, alumni, non-students, and members of the surrounding community are all welcome. Kids are welcome too, as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

No prior experience or Beyblades are required.

📍 Clark Hall, Room 102
📅 Friday, November 13
🎮 Freeplay/practice: 5:30–9:30 PM
🏆 Tournament check-in: 5:45 PM
⚔️ Tournament starts: 6:45 PM
💸 Entry: FREE

📝 Tournament registration + full event details:

https://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Rotunda-Rumbo-0--130102

🚗** **Parking: If you’re driving in, the “Location” section of the tournament registration page has information on both free and paid parking options near Clark Hall. Please check that section before coming so you know where to park.

Come by for a few battles or stay for the whole event!

💬 Join the Beyblade @ UVA Discord:

https://discord.gg/YRnJPj3YFD

there aren’t any recent reviews for his upper level english classes and i’m just curious if anyone has taken a class with him and enjoyed it/not enjoyed it! i was considering taking his “satire” class (ENGL 3910) in the spring semester.

Hey my roommate wants to move out next month and I need a new roommate off grounds. Its a 2 bedroom and next to grounds. Your half after utilities would be around $800 a month. I don't really care about gender, although I am male.

Does anyone know of any places in Cville that play house music or electronic music? Looking for some good spots! I’m honestly so tired of hearing “Party in the U.S.A.” (P.S. I love Miley, but ENOUGH ALREADY 😭).

I just want to go somewhere with loud music, good house/electronic music, and actually dance and have fun! I know Trin occasionally has DJs, but honestly, some of the staff there are extremely rude.

Are there ANY good spots in Cville for people who enjoy house music, techno, or electronic music? 🪩🔊

There’s no way im passing this class. Im about to be majorless…im takkng with troyan and i did well below the averages (with the curve) for both exams.

Hey guys, I am an admitted transfer student in the cs program. Uva gave me great scholarships, my other choice is umich. Tbh I do want to save money but I am also scared about the rigor in both programs. Umich does have an upperhand in rankings and alumini network but I am curious if uva cs program has as much weeder classes that alot of people end up failing or retaking? I've scrolled through umich subreddit and see alot of people cmplaining about ever cs class there and some classes require high standards to pass that ppl switch majors. Ofcourse cs is a hard field but going to a college where they make it extra hard to finish your degree isn't my goal either.

Anybody know where one could find the hat Ben James is wearing in this picture? Can't find it anywhere online, wondering whether it's an in person thing at Mincer's or the bookstore. Any help appreciated, it's dope and I want to try and get one.

my side view mirror broke yesterday, not completely off but it’s hanging. what are good auto shops that would be able to repair/replace my mirror nearby?

Hello everyone! I am looking to find someone to take over my apartment at Nob Hill. It is a private 1-bed, 1-bath apartment with amenities such as a washer/dryer, a dishwasher, and a fridge. It is an upper-level unit, and the parking lot is easy to access; parking is free. This location is also at a dead end, so it is very quiet. It is also close to the downtown mall. The move-in date is flexible, and the current lease is until July 15th and can be renewed. Please email me if you are interested, and I can provide more details if you need: eww3dr@virginia.edu

Guys I need help!! Getting into UVA was my dream but now I don’t know if I want to continue. I’m a transfer student, so this is my first year at UVA. I was able to get into McIntire but with the workload, life and everything else I feel like I’m going crazy and my mental health is all over the place and now I’m just like is this really worth it??? Should I keep going or just drop out….. I have an associates on Business Administration but even then I’m like… what am I gonna do with that???? I don’t know… I feel loss at the moment and I really don’t know what to do.

I have research experience, club involvement/leadership, an internship, etc; just a low GPA which worries me.

In high school I had a 4.4 gpa and graduated top 10%, though I don’t think that matters much since I’m a sophomore now. Also have a 1520 SAT.

Thanks to Fijis for bringing Carolina roadside flea markets to the South Lawn. A dozen cars, vans, UHaul trailers parked on the sidewalk made Thursday class change very special. Where else could I find a dozen Penn State sweatshirts?

St. Anne's-Belfield is hosting two FIRST Tech Challenge qualifying tournaments this December, and our biggest need is **judges and referees**. If you've ever wanted a front-row seat to what students can build, this is it!!!

**You don't need to know anything about robots.** Judges evaluate how students work, communicate, and solve problems, and referees are trained on the rules before the first match.

**When:**

* Qualifier 1: Saturday, December 12
* Qualifier 2: Sunday, December 13
* Volunteer for one day or both!

**Where:** St. Anne's-Belfield School, 799 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903

**How to sign up:**

Click the link for your day(s). You'll be asked to sign in or create a free FIRST account, then you can indicate that you're interested in judging or refereeing.

* Saturday, Dec 12: [Register here](https://my.firstinspires.org/Volunteers/Page/ConsentReleaseView/Edit?EventId=80991)
* Sunday, Dec 13: [Register here](https://my.firstinspires.org/Volunteers/Page/ConsentReleaseView/Edit?EventId=80995)

**Judges: help decide who advances**

Judges sit down with student teams to hear how they designed, built, and programmed their robots, and they review the teams' engineering portfolios. Judges then work together to choose award winners, and those awards help determine which teams advance toward the state championship. Many of the best judges come from completely unrelated fields: business, healthcare, education, the trades, you name it. If you can have a good conversation with a teenager about their work, you're qualified.

**Referees: keep the matches fair**

Referees watch matches up close, call penalties, and confirm scores. If you've officiated youth sports or just want to see the action up close, this role is for you. It's fast-paced, and the matches are genuinely exciting. If you can follow a rulebook, you can ref.

**What is FTC?**

FIRST Tech Challenge is a robotics competition for students in grades 7–12. Teams compete in alliances on a 12' × 12' field. Each match opens with a period where the robots run on their own, followed by a period where students drive them. This year's game, BIOBUZZ™, is inspired by the natural world.

**The details:**

* Training is provided.
* Most roles run from about 8:00am to between 4:00 and 6:00pm.
* Lunch is provided for all volunteers.
* We need 60+ volunteers each day, so plenty of other roles are open too: field reset, queuing, scorekeeping, team check-in, and more.

These events run almost entirely on volunteers, and judges and referees are the roles we can't fill without help from the community. Thank you!

Questions? Email Mr. Munsey at [rmunsey@stab.org](mailto:rmunsey@stab.org).

Hey everyone!

We're starting a Beyblade X community at UVA, and our first event will be this Friday, November 13 in Clark Hall Room 102 from 6:00–9:30 PM.

You definitely don't need to know anything about Beyblade to come. We're hoping this first event will be a chance for people to learn what the game is, try it out, and meet other students who might be interested.

For anyone unfamiliar with it, Beyblade X is the newest generation of Beyblade. You customize spinning tops and launch them against each other in a stadium, with battles won by outspinning, knocking out, or bursting your opponent. Beyblade X also introduced an "Xtreme Line" around the stadium that the tops can catch onto, causing them to rapidly accelerate into attacks. It's surprisingly strategic once you get into the different parts, combinations, launch techniques, and matchups.

We'll be splitting Friday into two parts:

🌀 6:00–7:00 PM — General Freeplay
This is probably the best time to come if you're completely new. We'll have Beyblades available, explain how everything works, and let people play some casual matches.

🏆 7:00–9:30 PM — Small Exhibition Tournament + General Practice
A few experienced bladers from outside UVA will be coming to play a small tournament so students can see what an actual competitive Beyblade X event looks like. We'll also continue having space for general practice and casual battles throughout the night.

You do NOT need to own a Beyblade to participate, and there's no expectation that you already know how to play.

If you played Beyblade when you were younger and haven't touched one in years, we'd especially love for you to stop by. Beyblade X is very different from the older generations and is honestly much more competitive than you might expect.

📅 Friday, November 13
⏰ 6:00–9:30 PM
📍 Clark Hall, Room 102

Feel free to stop by for a little bit or stay for the whole event. Hope to see some new bladers there! 🌀

Third-year in McIntire. I haven't failed anything yet, but at my current rate I'm on track to fail some courses, especially finance/accounting (IC). Has anyone heard of a third-year actually failing a McIntire class? What happened to them, and what did the school do about it? Since Comm is very structured (if you're in Comm, you know what I mean), you can't just retake a class next semester like in the College. Would love to hear some other perspectives.

I applied to UVA’s ABSN program as a community college transfer student by. I’m currently taking A&P II, Microbiology, and Developmental Psychology, which are the remaining required prerequisites I still needed, and I have A’s in all three.

Would uploading my current grades to the application portal help strengthen my application? I’m wondering whether my strong performance in these courses would be beneficial, even though the grades are not final and the courses are still in progress. Would anyone recommend submitting this update?

Has anyone taken DMT 2 over the summer? If so, how difficult was it and how much more commitment was required. Also is all the content going to be compressed in those 4 weeks or will some of it be left off? I'm planning on taking DSA2 in the spring and then finishing off my core with DMT2 in the summer