Executive Director Scott Harris talks about upcoming events at Gari Melcher’s Home and Studio at Belmont and the James Monroe Museum. Also–the importance of becoming a “Friend” of both museums.
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PHOTOS: An afternoon with UMW Athletics
Baseball vs. Bridgewater. LAX vs. Stevens. All games free.
UMW receives $30 million gift for undergraduate research and scholarships
The git is from the estate of Irene Piscopo Rodgers. A 1959 alumna and lifetime supporter of her alma mater, Rodgers passed away on July 18, 2022, in Huntington, New York.
Germanna and UMW receive grants to develop lab schools
A Lab School is a public, nonsectarian, nonreligious school established by a public institution of higher education, public higher education center, institute, authority or other eligible institution of higher education.
Dahlgren campus leader driven to keep learning
A primary goal of the Dahlgren Campus is to foster innovation and technological education at all levels in King George and Caroline counties and Virginia’s Northern Neck.
UMW President Troy Paino wins national award for student-centered work
“He is, above all, a student-centered leader,” UMW Vice President for Student Affairs Juliette Landphair said in the nominating letter.
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Kevin Good and Kristina Peck talk about the teacher shortage and one solution–the STREAM Initiative. They’re focusing on a creating a dynamic educational space for future teachers in Seacobeck Hall
UMW and Stafford Schools awarded planning grant for lab school
The Stafford campus of the University of Mary Washington is proposed as the site of a new lab school.
Career-power keynote marks in-person return of UMW Women’s Colloquium
Now in its 28th year, the colloquium provides an opportunity for career-minded women to connect with peers and hear from nationally recognized thought leaders,
Campus recreation scores Mary Washington Healthcare sponsorship
Mary Washington Healthcare has committed to a sponsorship that will provide $100,000 for Campus Recreation over the next five years.
UMW presents plans for new theatre building
The new theatre will be a standout and serve as a cultural gateway to campus at the corner of William Street and Sunken Road.
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Scott Harris with updates on Belmont-Gari Melchers Home and Studio in Stafford and the James Monroe Museum
UMW psychology grad to speak about veteran mental health
“They’ve experienced horrors of war that civilians cannot imagine,” said Shepardson. “As a society, we owe it to those who have served to take good care of them when they leave the military.”
UMW president makes ‘Virginia 500’ Power List
Paino is one of just 23 leaders in higher education on the 2022-23 list
UMW earns rankings in Washington Monthly and The Princeton Review
High marks for UMW in a number of publications
UMW awarded $250,000 for Fredericksburg region internships
The grant will be used to expand paid and credit-bearing student internships in collaboration with Virginia employers.
Three UMW professors receive colleague-chosen awards
Professors of English, German and physics were praised for their commitment to their fields, the art of teaching and the importance of service.
UMW move in day is no sweat for students, parents
It helped that August was on its best behavior, offering sunshine and 70s instead of the typical sweaty 90s.
UMW to welcome more than 1,000 new students
Move-in for new students is today. The campus tradition of Eagle Gathering is Sunday. Fall classes start Monday, Aug. 22.
UMW theatre alum creates costumes for shows on Hulu, HBO
“If you’re ambitious and can figure out what you want,” she said, “there will always be someone at UMW to guide you and help you reach those goals.”
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