The Jefferson Book Award was established to recognize outstanding high school juniors or students in the next-to-graduating class who embrace creativity and innovation, and embody the spirit of discovery, much like the University’s founder, Thomas Jefferson. The student is a demonstrated citizen leader who works to improve their community locally or globally.Sponsoring an award at a local school is an important Admissions outreach for UVA Clubs and attracts the attention of talented young students to the opportunities at the University of Virginia. The University is an exciting place where students with a wide range of interests will be challenged and supported in a diverse curriculum.
On behalf of the University of Virginia, and Park View High School, I am pleased to present the Jefferson Book Award to Drew F. Adams. Drew is receiving this award from English teacher, Camecia Thomas. The book entitled, Mr. Jefferson’s Telescope: A History of the University of Virginia in 100 Objects” by Brendon Wolfe was gifted to Luke. “I cannot live without books” – Thomas Jefferson