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<p>I respect your opinion… I can see where you’re coming from to an extent as well. However, with its size comes resources and opportunities for students. For instance, Michigan has the largest undergraduate research program in the nation. </p>
<p>As far as tradition is concerned, Virginia does have a storied beginning with Thomas Jefferson and whatnot. I also don’t doubt Virginia has a plethora of traditions within the university.</p>
<p>However, remember Michigan is also a school full of tradition. It has ridiculously loyal alumni across the globe. In fact, you’d be hard pressed to find a university with more school pride (both alumni and students). I’m not sure one exists… there may be an equal if one could compare such a thing, but not greater. </p>
<p>The Michigan fight song “The Victors” is arguably the most well known fight song in the country… its a toss up between Michigan and Notre Dame.</p>
<p>I could go on and on about campus traditions and such but for every one I name, you could name one that UVa students have.</p>
<p>Regardless, both insitutions are among the best. They both have traditions of their own that go back decades.</p>
<p>Let’s just shake e-hands and call it a day… whuddya say? :)</p>