Patrick Fritz: The Man

Patrick Fritz has taken a 180-degree turn from his high school days in Harrisonburg where he graduated second from the bottom of his class. Fritz started working restaurant jobs at 13, and within a few years he began following the older party crowd, slipping into bars at 17. He was on a slippery slope. His […]

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The Fall Line Debuts May 2

PVCC’s many clubs and organizations give students a way to express themselves and share common interests. The Fall Line, PVCC’s literary magazine, gives students a way to share their work as well as gives their peers an opportunity to see some of the talent we have here at PVCC. This year’s edition of The Fall […]

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PVCC: Past and Future

Piedmont Virginia Community College has served as a center of education for students for over 50 years. Around 213,000 students have taken classes on campus, more than 12,000 associate degrees and certificates have been awarded to students, and over 500 students transfer to four-year schools each year. Moreover, local businesses rely on PVCC to bolster […]

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A bit about Charlottesville

Many students of Piedmont Virginia Community College have lived in Charlottesville for most of their lives, and some have lived there since birth. They have walked through the town’s lush and verdant countryside, strolled through the hustle and bustle downtown, and attended the prestigious University of Virginia. The city of Charlottesville originated in Albemarle County, […]

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Opinion: Supreme Court Selection

The Supreme Court has a profound impact on all of our civil liberties. With the passing of Justice Antonin Scalia on Feb. 13, there was speculation about whether President Obama would select a successor. Obama said, “I plan to fulfill my constitutional responsibilities to nominate a successor in due time.” Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell […]

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Charlottesville Subbredit

The Charlottesville subreddit is a fascinating place to learn all kinds of things about the city. Whether you are looking for an apartment that will not check your bad credit score or wondering if anyone knows what the zxcv cats are, the Charlottesville subreddit is a great way to learn things about the city that […]

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Enjoying Ivy Provisions

One of Charlottesville’s premier delis and locally-sourced grocers Ivy Provisions lies just minutes from the UVA Corner. A relatively new addition to Charlottesville’s food service industry, Ivy Provisions offers local meats, cheeses, and vegetables on a multitude of different gourmet breakfast and lunch sandwiches and wraps. Additionally, they stock an extensive selection of beer and […]

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What is Your Excuse?

Many people have a go-to excuse. One person can use the same excuse many times over with different people. Being able to adequately defend or justify a fault or offense is a skill that many students hone over their years in school. In the computer age, saying your dog ate your homework no longer works. […]

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Sociology: A Pathway to Understanding

Sociology is the study of all societal behavior. There is the sociology of sleep, road rage, education, and work. Taking a sociological look at anything, leads to a well-rounded perspective on a given topic. “For sociology, I think it’s vital to being a good citizen,” said Dr. Kim Hoosier. “In this class we talk about […]

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Seeing Literature from a New Perspective

While many college composition classes focus primarily on writing, Professor Jennifer Koster has a different approach. In her honors college composition course students must learn to think critically and see things from different perspectives. “I remember learning in college about a theorist who said that ‘the most significant learning takes place when a student learns […]

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