Deciding what college to attend can be daunting — deciding whether to attend a private school or a public one can be that much more difficult. Private schools tend to focus on developing curriculum and academic standards that are unique to its mission, while many public schools have to abide by the specific curriculum […]
Month: June 2023
How to thrive while earning a Nursing degree from Marymount
Nursing school has a reputation for being difficult — but the challenge is worth it. With a B.S.N., M.S.N. or D.N.P. in your hands, you’ll be exposed to a variety of rich and fulfilling career options. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s projected that 203,200 open registered nurse jobs will be […]
Forbes: Work-life balance: myth or possibility?
Image courtesy of Getty. Irma Becerra is president of Marymount University, a comprehensive doctoral-granting university known for its innovative curriculum. For years, people have assumed that because I am a working parent and my kids turned out okay (they actually turned out wonderful!), I know the secrets of work-life balance. On numerous occasions, I have been […]
MU receives $1.5 million NSA grant to build cybersecurity clinic
The National Security Agency (NSA) has selected Marymount University to build and operate a cybersecurity clinic through a $1.5 million grant, covering a two-year timeframe that begins in July 2023. The initiative aims to increase the cybersecurity capabilities of small businesses and nonprofits in the DMV region by helping them prevent, detect and respond […]
Make the most of your summer with Marymount’s academic camps
It’s finally summer — a time for poolside parties, barbecues and beach vacations that you’ve been looking forward to for months. But while all of these are well-deserved opportunities to relax and recharge, your summer has the potential for more. If you’re a rising high school junior or senior, you can get ahead and […]
Marlene Malek, MU alumna and trustee, awarded Lincoln Medal
Photo courtesy of Stephen Voss Marlene Malek — a devoted Marymount University alumna, long-time member of its Board of Trustees and a dedicated supporter of the institution — received the prestigious Lincoln Medal at the Ford’s Theatre’s annual gala on June 11. It’s awarded by the Ford’s Theatre Society to individuals who exhibit an impressive […]
Future U. podcast visits MU to learn about higher education’s future
Stopping at Marymount University’s campus in early May during its national campus tour, top-rated The Future U. Podcast recorded an extensive episode in the Ballston Center auditorium featuring administrators, faculty and students from Marymount. President Irma Becerra, Provost Hesham El-Rewini, School of Technology and Innovation Director Diane Murphy and incoming SGA President Nicholas Mariel […]
Marymount program among top in the U.S. for preparing future teachers in the science of reading
The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education program at Marymount University has been recognized by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its rigorous preparation of future teachers in how to teach reading, earning an ‘A’ grade in NCTQ’s new report, Teacher Prep Review: Strengthening Elementary Reading Instruction. The program is among just […]
3 things you didn’t know you could do with a communication degree
What should you major in if you want to learn how to talk and write persuasively, or if you love interacting with different kinds of people? Maybe consider a communication degree! There are plenty of jobs available to those with communication degrees, spanning roles within media outlets, government agencies, corporate communications and more. Here […]
Center for Optimal Aging’s racial health equity research project accepted at two international conferences
The latest research project spearheaded by Marymount University’s Center for Optimal Aging, focusing on racial health equity and funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has been accepted at two notable international science conferences – the 2023 Cochrane Colloquium in London and the What Works Global Summit in Ottawa, Canada. The prestigious international conference […]