Becoming Batten
Stay up-to-date with the latest news about how to apply to UVA Batten programs, what it’s like to be an enrolled student, and what alumni careers look like post-graduation.
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Open Batten Courses for Fall 2023Are you still looking for a fall class and are interested in trying out a Batten class? Read on to see what courses are still available for the fall semester!
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Why Did I Choose Batten, Part 1Lead Ambassador RJ Rhodes sat down with a few recent alums to see why they chose the Batten School and the BA program.
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Hit the Ground Running in 2023Are you an incoming first or second year student to UVA with questions about the right path for you? Read this helpful blog post from the Admissions team detailing things you can do to hit the ground running this fall–particularly if you have an interest in Batten!
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What is Social Entrepreneurship?We are often asked, so what exactly is social entrepreneurship? Our SE Fellows are here to help demystify the term and introduce you to a program aimed at preparing the next generation of leaders to tackle the world’s toughest social problems.
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Undergrad Admissions End of Year Wrap Up 2023As we break for the summer, the Admissions team provides tips to help you prepare for next year’s application cycle.
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Study Abroad and BattenThe opportunity to study abroad can be a rewarding one for UVA students of all majors, and enables students to experience and adapt to new cultures and environments, develop global knowledge and perspectives, and improve language application skills. In this post, we highlight experiences of Batten students who have studied or are planning to study abroad and answer some commonly asked questions pertaining to studying abroad as a Batten student.
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Batten Alumni Spotlight: Brynna GaffneyBrynna Gaffney (BA 21) is a 2L law student at Georgetown. 3rd Year BA student Ellie Stombres interviewed her to gain insight into how Batten prepares you for law school, her experience going to law school immediately after undergrad, and advice for current Batten students.
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Journey of Aruvana to the Metaverse: A VR startup by Stanislaus TandelilinWe are happy to highlight another winner of the Discovery Stage of the E-cup competition who took a Social Entrepreneurship angle to their ventures. Read on to learn more about Stanislaus Tandelilin's VR startup!
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What Should I Take This Fall?With shopping carts open and course enrollment for the fall on your mind, the Admissions team is sharing helpful tips and classes to consider as you prepare for application to the Batten School.
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ElderEats: Diverse Cuisine Solutions for Aging SeniorsThroughout the next couple of weeks, we will be highlighting winners of the Discovery Stage of the E-cup competition who took a Social Entrepreneurship angle to their ventures. Read on to get to know ElderEats, a new start-up aimed at providing diverse cuisine solutions for aging seniors.
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College Contact: Advising Solutions for Post-Secondary EducationThroughout the next couple of weeks, we will be highlighting winners of the Discovery Stage of the E-cup competition who took a Social Entrepreneurship angle to their ventures. Read on to learn more about College Contact, a start-up that is advising prospective undergraduate students find their dream institution!
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Planning for Success in Global Studies and BattenA popular double major combination at Batten is with Global Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. Read on for Lead Ambassador Olivia Nguyen-Dillon’s take on the benefits of a proactive approach to combining these paths!

