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Dean Ian Solomon talks with two Arizona Republicans about the challenges they have faced by working across the aisle and the importance of communication.

Hana Bakhit (MPP '25) started a nonprofit organization for youth in her native Sudan and last year was a Mandela Washington Fellow in D.C., and though she started her semester at Batten under exceptionally challenging circumstances, she is thriving in her coursework.

In Episode 3 of "Grounds to Listen," Dean Solomon engages Hawaii state Representative Lauren Matsumoto about her path from Miss Hawaii to minority leader in the state legislature and the challenges of leading a "superminority."

On November 13, the first anniversary of the tragic shooting deaths on Grounds of three UVA student-athletes, the Batten School hosted a large community gathering to hear five special guests share their personal stories of healing in the aftermath of gun violence, including the mother of one of the slain students.

Gerard Robinson, Batten professor of practice, engaged a rapt audience at Batten Hour on the inextricable dynamics of education and incarceration in the U.S.

In part 2 of our coverage of Batten School events that were part of the Democracy 360 Summit on Grounds this month, faculty experts engaged in panel discussions on Congress, economics and climate policy.

In part 1 of our coverage of Batten School events that were part of the Democracy 360 Summit on Grounds this month, two-time world champion debater Bo Seo discussed the topic of his latest book, "How to Disagree Better."

In Episode 2 of "Grounds to Listen," Dean Solomon engages two-time world debating champion Bo Seo on how to have good arguments.

At this week's Batten Hour, former Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) reflected on the dynamic politics of climate change, and the less often discussed intersection of conservative principles and environmental stewardship.

Rep. Abigail Spanberger (VA-7) spoke to 150 students and community members about holding a mindset of public service -- engaging with community and country -- no matter what career path one chooses.

Batten professor Christine Mahoney and her team secured a $1.5 million grant to study renewable energy and resilience in Appalachia, building on the Batten School’s growing Tadler Program on Impact Investing in Appalachia.

From waging a war to writing a letter, or navigating any situation in between, leaders who stay true to their values and the nation’s values, and exhibit their integrity and humanity will be the ones who are successful, said Tom Monheim, Inspector General of the U.S. Intelligence Community.