The University of Virginia, founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, has such great historical value that many people tend to wonder what university life at UVA was like in the past. The years of 1944 and 1945, when World War II was occurring, had a great impact on the University of Virginia. Many people think back at this time and ask how the war affected the university. What were the students feeling? Were they disappointed at the war or were they willing to support their nation? Did activities continue or were they postponed or canceled? How involved were the students in sports; what were the university's records? What organizations were there and what were their purposes? What did the social life consist of? How was the enrollment affected; did it increase, decrease, or stay the same? What were the requirements at the time; what courses were available? These are just some of the interesting questions that run through people's minds when asked what they would like to know about UVA in 1944-1945. To find out some information about a particular aspect of UVA in 1944-1945 click on one of the following: