
Our Stories
Proposal on the Hill
MSA alumni, Gui Guimaraes (’14) and Anna Breeding (’14), get engaged on campus in dramatic fashion.
For Whom Did the Bell Toll?
One of the first questions that MSA’s Head of School, Mike Drude, asked when he arrived on campus in 2017 was: why does the iconic bell tower have a bell that does not ring?
Saved by the Bee
Ashford Reyes has become the newest MSA community member to attain the prestigious Eagle Scout Award.
Faculty Unscripted: Michael Drude
Get to know Head of School, Michael Drude. What is his favorite place to hang out campus? Where would he go on a dream vacation? Find out the answers to these questions and a lot more.
Honorary Degree
Ronald A. North receives an honorary degree diploma in honor of his life and career achievements.
Friday Night Lights
Dustin Wood ‘22 finds a passion for rescue work at the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department, mentoring younger classmates Tyler and Brandon Galvin along the way.
Catching up with Ben Skipper '99
Profile of a Graduate: Watch Now to learn more about Ben Skipper ‘99.
Catching Up: Garrett Klingel
Garrett Klingel ‘03 is a leader in the Charlottesville community and manager at the Charlottesville Radio Group.
Return to the Stage
For those who have been living and working at MSA for a few decades, "Agony” might be the first thing that comes to mind when they see Kane Kashouty, alumnus and now Director of Admissions on the Hill.
The Maverick at Disney's Pixar Animation Studios
Nira Liu (‘13) works as a storyboard artist for Disney’s Pixar Animation Studios, and his first feature film, Onward, will be released globally in March.
To the Pomegranate House
MSA’s Assistant Director of Operations, Robert McBride, restores remarkable architectural landmark on campus.
Home to the Hill
Reunion Weekend brings together Mavericks and Red Devils from around the country for an action-packed weekend on the Hill. View photos and read about the wonderful events.
Alumni Spotlight
Kate Zhao (MSA ‘14) continues her academic success as a Ph.D student at University of Wisconsin Madison.
New Bell Tower Magazine
While still drawing upon the school's storied past, the new Bell Tower looks to its exciting future, updating the magazine--especially its visual aspects--for the digital age.
Gui Receives Gammon Cup
MSA alumnus, Guilherme Guimaraes ‘14, earns Hampden-Sydney College’s highest honor for academic and athletic excellence.
Leadership, Purpose, and History
Miller School of Albemarle's Chair of the Board, Mark Krebs, captures the history and purpose of MSA beautifully in a speech delivered this fall.
The Road Less Traveled
Preston Stallings awarded the Samuel Miller Medal for his service to the youth of Albemarle county and the Miller School of Albemarle.