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Why Noncompete Agreements Create Such Angst in a Knowledge Economy

The Federal Trade Commission issued a ruling this week that bars companies from implementing noncompete agreements on employees. Lillien Ellis, Darden professor and expert on psychology of intellectual property ownership, protection and theft, shares her thoughts about the FTC regulation announcement and the way ahead. Read More

UVA Darden Dedicates Faculty Forest to Honor Emeritus Professors

In a ceremony held in the Arboretum & LaCross Botanical Gardens on 24 April, the University of Virginia Darden School of Business dedicated the Faculty Forest, a tribute to the enduring influence of its emeritus faculty members. Read More

Darden Celebrates ‘Stop Food Waste Day’ With Launch of Two New Initiatives

This Stop Food Waste Day, the University of Virginia Darden School of Business is announcing two new partnerships that combat food waste on North Grounds. Additionally, Darden’s dining service, FLIK Hospitality, is raising awareness with special no-waste menu items. Read More

UVA Darden Student Mqondisi Ndlovu Wins Global Leadership Award

University of Virginia Darden School of Business student Mqondisi Ndlovu (Class of 2025) was honored with the Lemuel E. Lewis Bicentennial Award for Global Leadership, the School announced during a special First Coffee on 23 April. Read More

Darden Announces Second Year of The Executive Leadership Program Scholarships

The Darden School Foundation recently announced the opening of applications for two scholarships to its renowned The Executive Program (TEP) for the session that begins this fall. The Commonwealth Fellowships, the equivalent value of a $43,350 scholarship, will be awarded to two leaders working for a nonprofit organization in Virginia. Read More

UVA Darden Awards $327K in Genovese Fellowships to Top Students

A morning cup of coffee at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business became a life-changing event for four students when they were named recipients of the prestigious Frank E. Genovese Second Year Fellowships during a special First Coffee on 22 April. Read More