It is interesting to see the authors separate "men" and "citizens." "Men" corresponds with " rights, interests" and "individual happiness"; "citizens" corresponds with "duties" and "public prosperity." It implies that individuals should not isolate themselves. The higher education they receive is not only for personal interests but also for the common good. Individuals need to contribute to society.

After this semester, I understand better why languages are the foundation common to all the Sciences. In the COLA class I took, we discussed what the differences between squirrels and humans. I think it is the languages humans created that make a remarkable difference. Humans learn to communicate and share ideas with languages. Sciences are based on collective thoughts. Languages enable people to learn and build on each other's ideas. This was a step towards greater efficiency.

After the first semester, I would like to argue that the university is trying to emphasize the connections among those groups. Teachers are usually familiar with topics covered in more than a group and the discussions in class include a wide range of topics too. In the two engagement classes I took, the topics ranged from Greek, government, political economy, history, to ethics. One professor said "you are what you read." I agreed with him and appreciated the chance to read articles about so many different topics and share ideas with my classmates.

The Commissioners for the University of Virginia met for four days and came to the final announcement could show their efficiency as well as their good preparations before meeting. The plan of the academical village started as early as 1817. I wanted to highlight the preparation of Thomas Jefferson. In the late 1700s, Thomas Jefferson had written a series of proposals to reform his alma mater: William and Mary. The college rejected his proposals. Then he planned to establish a university by himself in 1800. In 1804, he started to design the institution's building. From the birth of his idea to the publishing of the report, he had been extremely determined and passionate for more than 20 years.

I am touched by the lodging part. I feel the university really cares about every aspects of students' college experience. As an international student, my dormitory is my home in the U.S. At least one fourth of my college life will be spent in my dorm. So far, I appreciate my hall mates and RAs. In addition, the residential college holds plenty of exciting activities. People are closely tied in the residential college. Thanks for those kind people making my transition easier and less stressful. I like my well-equipped dorm. Thanks UVa!

I am confused why it put Law Municipal exclusively under IX, instead of VIII. I cannot find anything about "Law Municipal". I believe the modern version will be Municipal Law. According to USlegal, the legal definition of "Municipal Law refers to the internal law of a sovereign state". I think it belongs to "Government".