Press Releases
10 October 2024

When Is an Office Building More Than an Office Building?

If you’ve walked through the Faculty Office Building at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, you might feel like you’ve stepped into a time capsule — long, dim hallways, closed doors and little natural light. But change is on the horizon. 

09 October 2024

The Unseen Team Behind UVA Darden’s Case Writing Excellence

Beth Van Hook, director of finance, was named the 2024 recipient of the Gerry Yemen Award for Excellence in Support of Case Writing.

26 September 2024

UVA Darden to Break Ground on Residential Student Housing

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business will hold a celebratory ground-breaking in October to mark the upcoming construction of a major project that will provide new, modern residences for students on School Grounds.

19 September 2024

LaCross Family Sparks Matching Gift for UVA Darden Faculty Building Renovation

The LaCross family has pledged $6.5 million toward the renovation of the Faculty Office Building, with Darden contributing an additional $1 million to create a $7.5 million matching gift. This challenge invites others to help raise $15 million for the project, enabling the renovation to move forward.

18 September 2024

Bloomberg Businessweek Ranks UVA Darden in Top 5, No. 1 Public Two Years Running

This is the second year in a row Bloomberg Businessweek ranked the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in the Top 5 overall Full-Time MBA programs and as the No. 1 Public business school in the United States.

17 September 2024

A Legacy of Impact: Leslie Tarkington and the True Meaning of Alumni Service

Leslie Tarkington's (MBA ’69) impact on the University of Virginia Darden School of Business spans decades. As a class agent for the Class of 1969, she has kept over 50% of her classmates engaged in giving — all while organizing unforgettable class reunions that strengthen bonds and renew connections. It’s this unwavering dedication that earned her the Harry N. Lewis Distinguished Service Award.