During these times of national unrest stemming from racial violence and police brutality incidents, one of Marymount Universitys Student Affairs leaders is dedicating herself to fostering an inclusive campus community. Brooke Berry, JD, was appointed as the new Dean of Students, Equity and Inclusion this May. She has been a member of the Marymount community […]
Month: September 2020
Contract for President Becerra extended by five additional years
On July 29, Marymount University’s Board of Trustees unanimously voted to extend the contract of President Irma Becerra by an additional five years to 2026. This action comes one year earlier than expected, as Board members felt strongly that due to Dr. Becerra’s significant accomplishments during her tenure, it was important to ensure her continued […]
WDVM: President of Marymount University extends contract to 2026
Marymount President Dr. Irma Becerra will stay in her position for at least five more years. The universitys Board of Trustees voted to extend her contract to 2026 on July 29. Dr. Becerra was hired as Marymonts seventh president in July 2018. She oversaw the transition to remote learning during the spring because of the […]
Washington Business Journal: Online classes will not replace in-person education, Marymount University president says
When Marymount University launched a coronavirus task force in January, which looked into the possible effects of a pandemic on its Arlington campuses, it was more of an academic exercise for University President Irma Becerra. Of course, that quickly changed in March as Covid-19 began changing the educational landscape across the country. Marymount told […]
