It is interesting how separate attention was given to the arts and STEM courses/programs, yet how they recognized the importance of both, and their interconnectivity. This reminds me of our different course requirements and how there are several courses that fit into multiple categories. Since we are require to take mathematic and artistic courses it is easier for us to relate different courses to others we take because of the differing yet sometimes convergent ideas shared in each course.

This quote really caught my attention as being a goal that Jefferson had that has significantly evolved over time. At the time this was written, he specifies that the university's purposes would be to serve the white community of Virginia and excluded individuals of color. Now, UVA considers the interests of a diverse population of students hailing from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This goal Jefferson had applies even more today especially concerning the free speech of students and their right to gather and advocate for their rights following multiple events in Charlottesville this semester.

Opposition to the university's objectives was expected despite the lack of a broader range of differing views. At the end of the report, the individuals who signed the report are listed, yet all are white males, who were well versed in politics. The irony of having one homogenous group analyze concerns of others who share different interests and agendas than their own is still an aspect of or culture today. Our culture is still dominated by white males making decisions for a whole population of varying cultures and opinions that will not be heard because of the unanimous culture of generating policies concerning them by individuals who do not share their beliefs.

The Rockfish Gap Report enumerates a list of purposes that the university will strive to maintain for its students, paralleling with the list of amendments and their purpose of enumerating the rights of citizens that are protected under the constitution.