Q & A with Eleanor Henderson

U.Va. alum Eleanor Henderson is an acclaimed author known for her work as a writer of both fiction and nonfiction. She recently published her novel, Ten Thousand Saints, which… [more]

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Keeping Up with Stephanie Marie Garcia

Stephanie Marie Garcia is a woman who travels in many circles in the University community. As a former All-American member of the University’s track team, a current graduate… [more]

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Four Social Media Tips from Dean J

If you happened to apply to the University of Virginia over the last few years, you most likely already know about Dean J and CavDog. If you’re in the dark, don’t worry. You’re… [more]

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Iris Call for Submissions

Have you ever dreamed of being published? Do you have a story to tell? Well, you're in luck! We are currently taking submissions for our back page nonfiction essay. Here is what… [more]

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Listening in on Birdlips

A few years ago, Cliff Usher and Lindsay Pitts were students at the University of Virginia. Now, with a number of songs and even more miles of road under their belt, they are best… [more]

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Become a Body Image Activist in Five Simple Steps

If you’ve watched the news recently or opened a magazine, you have probably become familiar with the fact that body image issues have taken hold of our society. From idolizing… [more]

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Iris Subscription Event This Wednesday and Thursday

Want to pick up the latest copy of Iris: A Magazine for Thinking Young Women? Or, are you just interested in meeting some of the students and staff behind your favorite U.Va. magazine… [more]

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Getting to the Point with Anushay Hossain

January 27, 2012 Interviews
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Former Iris intern Anushay Hossain is best-known for her work as a writer, cultural critic, and women’s rights advocate. She has written for The Huffington Post and The International Herald Tribune, among other publications. She is also the woman behind the blog Anushay’s Point and has a regular spot on Broadminded, an XM/Sirius radio show. [...]

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Acting It Out: An Interview with Jessica Lamour

January 16, 2012 Fresh List
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Jessica Lamour (CLAS 2009) is a talented comedienne, dancer, and actress who has worked on screen, most notably the HBO series Boardwalk Empire, and on stage—she once performed at the Apollo. Currently, Jessica can be seen doing improv comedy with the Upright Citizens Brigade in NYC, and she  is also on her way to releasing [...]

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“Question Mark” Wins Essay Contest

January 6, 2012 Fresh List
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The Iris team is happy to announce the winner of our Essay Contest! After two months of reading through all of our amazing essay submissions, we are pleased to announce that Mr. Claude Smith’s essay “Question Mark” was our 2011 winner. Mr. Smith’s essay will appear in a future issue of the print edition of [...]

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Iris Intern’s Film Festival Picks

November 21, 2011 Advice
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By Jenni Weatherly, Intern The Virginia Film Festival never lets us down in featuring a formidable array of arthouse flicks, documentaries, new releases, and beloved classics. Its 25th anniversary was no exception—we were fortunate enough to catch some films that were highly lauded at such renowned festivals as Cannes and the London Film Festival.  The [...]

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Q & A with Eleanor Henderson

November 17, 2011 Features
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U.Va. alum Eleanor Henderson is an acclaimed author known for her work as a writer of both fiction and nonfiction. She recently published her novel, Ten Thousand Saints, which has received rave reviews. Iris had a chance to talk to Eleanor about her career and her life beyond writing. To learn more about Eleanor Henderson [...]

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Style File

November 14, 2011 Fresh List
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Style File is the place where we highlight the inspiring style of women around Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. This week, our Style File team talked to Taiwo. How would you describe your style? I can’t because I don’t really think I have a style or at least not a constant one!… I am [...]

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