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Darden’s Faculty Nerve Center Finally Gets Its Turn

Darden has secured the philanthropic commitments needed to launch a long-planned renovation of its Faculty Office Building, marking a pivotal moment in the School’s growth on North Grounds and its broader vision for faculty excellence, community and impact. Read More

How a Richmond Businessman Helped Launch UVA Darden — and Why His Grandson Is Honoring Him Now

A rediscovered portrait, a forgotten certificate and a quiet act of generosity reconnect one Richmond family to the earliest days of the UVA Darden School of Business — and point the way forward for future students. Read More

UVA Darden Honors Dean Scott Beardsley with L’Orangerie Naming at The Forum Hotel

UVA Darden has named The Forum Hotel’s L’Orangerie and Terrace in honor of Dean Scott Beardsley and Claire Dufournet Beardsley. The dedication celebrates their leadership, vision, and the natural beauty connecting The Forum Hotel to Darden’s arboretum and gardens. Read More

From GameStop to the Miami Dolphins: UVA Darden’s Aldo Sesia Wins 2025 Gerry Yemen Award for Case Writing Excellence

From GameStop to the Miami Dolphins, Darden cases reach classrooms worldwide. This year, senior researcher Aldo Sesia earned the 2025 Gerry Yemen Award for Case Writing Excellence — part of a week that also celebrated the Franklin family’s philanthropy with the naming of Momena Javaid (Class of 2027) as Franklin Fellow. Read More

Finding Harmony in Leadership: A Conversation With Cynthia Soledad (MBA ’02)

Cynthia Soledad (MBA ’02), chair of the Alumni Association Board of Directors at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, shares insights on leadership, branding and the lessons she carries from choir rehearsals to the boardroom. Read More

The Power of Showing Up: Michael Ganey Honored with UVA Darden Distinguished Service Award

Michael Ganey (MBA ’78) received UVA Darden’s Harry N. Lewis Distinguished Service Award at the 2025 Volunteer Leadership Summit, honoring his decades of alumni leadership and volunteer service that continue to shape the School and inspire future generations. Read More