Student Affairs
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Belonging & Inclusion
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Financial Resources
Health & Wellness
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Student Safety
Student Self-Governance
We believe that differences make us stronger. Through authentic community-building and empowering educational programming, we strive to create an environment that celebrates your unique background and perspective. UVA would not be the same without you!
Belonging & Inclusion
First-Generation & Limited Income Student Initiatives
With an emphasis on community and mentorship, Hoos First: FGLI Student Initiatives helps first-generation and limited-income students feel at home at UVA. Hoos First events and programs are open to all students.
Office of African-American Affairs
Your "home away from home" awaits on Dawson's Row! At the Office of African-American Affairs, you'll find social support, academic resources, and a team championing change on your behalf. OAAA events and programs are open to all students.
Food Insecurity
Many UVA students find themselves having to choose between affording tuition and daily essentials. If this is your experience, we're here to help. Get the healthy food and hygiene products you need, anonymously and free of charge, at food pantries on and off Grounds.
Multicultural Engagement and Resources
Multicultural Student Services, through our five centers – Multicultural, LGBTQ, Latinx, Asian American, and Interfaith – provides welcoming spaces, dedicated staff, resources, and initiatives to support your success, celebrate identity, and build community. MSS events and programs are open to all students.
Veteran Student Center
The Veteran Student Center was created in 2021 as an on-Grounds meeting point for veteran and military-affiliated students. Here, you can build community and learn to leverage your unique experiences and perspectives during your time at UVA. Veterans Student Center events and programs are open to all students.
Disability Services
To ensure full participation in campus life for every student, Student Disability Access Center at Student Health and Wellness provides academic accommodations, support services, and advocacy throughout the UVA community.
LGBTQ Center
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Center at the University of Virginia provides programs, resources, and opportunities open to all students. These offerings are not provided on the basis of sexual orientation or gender and are designed to support student learning and engagement across the University, including LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, alumni, and allies.
Volunteering and Service
Looking for a way to serve while doing what you love? Whether it's online tutoring, park restoration, or animal rescue, connect with a volunteer opportunity just right for you!
Peer Mentoring and Support
Need health, career, or cultural support from someone who has been exactly where you are...and made it through? Get connected to a peer mentor today!
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Multicultural Student Services Newsletter
Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter to receive information about Multicultural Student Services programming and services.
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Leadership Development Programs
Explore various leadership development programs supported by Multicultural Student Services.
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OAAA Weekly Newsletter
Look for the OAAA E-Weekly each Monday to share the latest events, opportunities and information of interest.
Quick Links
Multicultural Student Center
Newcomb Hall, Second Level
The MSC is a hub for intercultural engagement, student success initiatives, and multicultural community development. It serves as a student-centered, collaborative space dedicated to supporting the success, engagement, and empowerment of a diverse student body.
The MSC's programs, services, and resources are open to all members of the UVA community.
Asian American Student Center
Newcomb Hall, Lower Level
The Asian American Student Center (AASC) fosters awareness and understanding of Asian American experiences, cultures, and identities. Its programs, services, and resources are open to all members of the UVA community.
Interfaith Student Center
Newcomb Hall, Fourth Level
The Interfaith Student Center fosters spiritual growth, theological reflection, and social awareness in a welcoming space for students to explore their beliefs. Open to all religious, secular, and spiritual identities, the IFSC provides space for students to engage with personal faith traditions and belief systems, while encouraging interfaith engagement, education, and relationship-building.
Latinx Student Center
Newcomb Hall, Third Floor
The Latinx Student Center (LSC) fosters awareness and understanding of Latinx experiences, cultures, and identities. Its programs, services, and resources are open to all members of the UVA community.
The LGBTQ Center
Newcomb Hall, Third Floor
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Center at the University of Virginia provides programs, resources, and opportunities open to all students. These offerings are not provided on the basis of sexual orientation or gender and are designed to support student learning and engagement across the University, including LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, alumni, and allies.
Staff
Hoos First
Address:
Peabody Hall
Second Floor
P.O. Box 400708
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4708
Address:
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Dean of Students
Address:
Peabody Hall
Second Floor
P.O. Box 400708
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4708
Address:
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
For scheduling, please reach out to Roxanne Burley
Address:
#4 Dawson’s Row
P.O. Box 400132
Charlottesville, VA 22904
Orientation and Transition Programs
Address:
Peabody Hall
Second Floor
P.O. Box 400708
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4708
Address:
Newcomb Hall Lower Level - Veteran Student Center
P.O. Box 400708
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4708
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
Address:
Peabody Hall
Second Floor
P.O. Box 400708
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4708
Multicultural Student Services
Address:
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4701
For scheduling, please reach out to Roxanne Burley
Address:
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904
Address:
Newcomb Hall
180 McCormick Road
Charlottesville, VA 22904
Office of African-American Affairs
Address:
#4 Dawson’s Row
P.O. Box 400132
Charlottesville, VA 22904
Connect on Social Media
Multicultural Student Services @MSSUVA @MSS_UVA
Student Affairs @UVASTUDENTAFFAIRS
Student Affairs support services, spaces, and events are open to all students, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued and respected.