Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I make Chapel reservations?
A: Wedding reservations are taken up to one year to the month in advance (by lottery) except for the months of September, October and November for the U.Va. Chapel, located at the corner of University Avenue and McCormick Road. For more information, contact the U.Va. Reservations Office at (434) 924-3203 or newcomb@virginia.edu.
Q: Can I use U.Va. facilities for meeting space?
A: The University Center rents meeting space to community members in the Zehmer Hall Conference Center, a nearly 7,000 square-foot conference center. For more information, contact U.Va.’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies at (434) 982-5252 or zehmerhall@virginia.edu.
University Hall may also be used as space for meetings and special events. For more information, contact the Director of Event Management for the U.Va. Athletics Department at (434) 982-5153.
Q: How do I apply for a U.Va. job?
A: U.Va. employs over 12,000 faculty and staff in the areas of information technology, engineering, research and development, business, finance, administration, public relations, athletics and facilities management. For more information, contact U.Va. Human Resources at (434) 924-4598 or hrdept@virginia.edu.
U.Va.’s Medical Center has a wide range of positions, including those in nursing, therapy, administration and technology. For more information, contact the Health System Human Resources at (434) 982-4122 or (800) 843-8276.
U.Va.’s Facilities Management offers a four-year apprenticeship program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction. This program is open to anyone with a high school diploma or G.E.D. Past apprenticeships have been in electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation/air conditioning, masonry, carpentry, sheet metal and electronics. For more information, contact U.Va.’s Facilities Management Department at (434) 924-1777.
Q: How can I tour the Rotunda and the Lawn?
A: Guided tours of the Rotunda and Lawn are provided year-round, except during the semester holiday break in December and January. Provided free of charge, tours meet daily at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. at the Rotunda entrance facing the Lawn. For more information, call (434) 982-3200.
Q: How do I buy surplus property?
A: Surplus property auctions are held at the U.Va.’s Surplus Property Depot. Purchases must be paid in full on the day of the auction and before removal of the property. For more information, contact the Surplus Property Manager at (434) 924-3338.
For more general frequently asked questions, please see Top Q&A About U.Va.
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