<p>My D is wrestling with the same option: UVA vs. Vandy (plus Pomona). She is leaning toward Vandy but is a bit worried about the lack of diversity there and “rich preppy” stereotype. Dean J makes a good point - we lived in NoVA for 4 years and agree that area is like a mini-United Nations in terms of diversity. </p>
<p>Plus, Vandy doesn’t have a “Dean J”, and let me tell you, your posts and blogs have been invaluable in calming my D and her family! I think UVA is ahead of the curve in that regard - I suspect in 10 years every school will have a “Dean J”. Right now you are unique. Thanks for the support!</p>