Student Voice Through Turbulent Leadership | Charlottesville News

Charlottesville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 25, 2026 · 2m

Gregory Perryman just finished his whirlwind year as student rep to the Board of Visitors — a rollercoaster ride through leadership upheaval, presidential transitions, and federal scrutiny. Starting in June 2025, he navigated three rectors, four presidents, and ten new board members, always staying focused: representing students with clarity and courage. Despite political shifts, he found common ground with Board members across the aisle, leveraging rare access to closed-door meetings to advocate for student voices. He pushed for trust-building after students felt ignored, helped shape the…