How is Charlottesville?
C’ville itself is a very safe town. It has its share of coffee-houses, beer bars and restaurants but not much of a night life. For that you may have to go to Washington, DC (2 hour’s drive away) or Richmond (1 hour’s drive away). Close to C’ville are the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. There’re places to hike, walk, jog or drive. • Are there many Indians and Indian events in Charlottesville? The Indian community at C’ville is substantial but not overwhelming. The graduate students tend to hang out together but separately from the undergrads, but not necessarily so. Diwali is celebrated somewhat enthusiastically. Potlucks, get-togethers and SPIC-MACAY functions are common. An Indian store in town supplies most Indian spices and essentials. • I have received some material from the department. Should I go through all of them? What is important and what is not? I heartily recommend perusing all the materials you get from the dept. and the University. Most of your questions can be answered by
