Our Stories
Always There
Long before the big moments, there is someone making sure athletes are ready for them.
The Nature of Art & Engineering
Through observation and a steady sketchbook, Siri Herlevsen offers the engineering team something no software can replicate: intuition for how a vessel should feel.
Decision-Making Under Pressure
Campus Safety Coordinator Marc Brake shared his expertise in high-stakes decision-making with MBA students at James Madison University’s College of Business.
Richie Parker Speaks at Miller School
Guest speaker Richie Parker, a former NASCAR engineer and University of Virginia football Chief of Staff, challenged Miller School students to think carefully about confidence, courage, and problem-solving.
The Mexican Messiah
Read an excerpt from Jay Kauffmann’s debut novella, The Mexican Messiah. Then watch a video to learn more about why Mr. Kauffmann teaches and writes.
Uncovering the Missing Crayfish
How a Miller School Historian Helped Solve a Montana Mystery
Joie de Vivre
His connection to Miller School goes back to his formative years, and he is currently leading the way introducing new students to a school he loves.
Pluto is Made of Concrete
If Pluto was made of concrete would it float? Find out in this amazing photo journal of our Maverick Engineers in action this spring.
A Need …for Speed
Nick Wilber’s quest for speed leads to shattered prototypes, innovative fixes, and a semester of hands-on engineering lessons.
Jay Kauffmann Earns Scholarship to Oxford University
Kauffmann awarded the Charlottesville Branch of the English-Speaking Union scholarship to study creative writing at Oxford University this summer.
Fishing for an Adventure
Liam Lane designs and builds his own canoe and fly-fishing rod for summer adventures.
Mr. Celella’s Opus
For nearly fifteen years, Mr. C has been sharing the joys of music and the performing arts with students on the Hill.
The World's Expert
Hamp Kennedy became the one of the world’s experts on the history of crayfish in Montana. He was hired by the U.S. Forest Service to explore historical records to uncover long unanswered questions about the introduction of crayfish to the Treasure State.
Olympics and Philosophy
Peter Hufnagel combines his love of athletics and classical literature in essay on the Olympics.
Maverick Mechanic
Maximus Rojas is a maverick. He looks at things differently than most. He sees the extraordinary in the ordinary because he is willing to open things up, figure out how they work, and use his know-how to make them better.