Marymount University invites you to be part of an extraordinary celebration at the 2025 Halo Awards Ceremony and Gala on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the prestigious Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. As part of Marymount’s 75th Anniversary, this black-tie affair promises a night of inspiration, connection and purpose, spotlighting the remarkable achievements of […]
Marymount University’s Center for Optimal Aging is celebrating another major milestone as it was named a Healthy People 2030 Champion by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. This honor recognizes the research center for its exceptional efforts to enhance the well-being of older adults and further […]
Marymount University has been selected to receive a $150,000 Capacity-Building Grant from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP). This grant, part of a larger $3.9 million initiative across Virginia, will enhance student internship and work-based learning opportunities that bridge the gap between academic experiences […]
Marymount University is expanding access to advanced social work education with the launch of its online Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Designed for those passionate about making a difference, the new offering features a clinically focused curriculum that prepares graduates to provide compassionate care, address systemic challenges and lead as agents of change in […]
Marymount University and IKEA Woodbridge celebrated the opening of their joint fashion exhibition, Upcycle Collaboration, last Friday. The exhibition highlighted creativity and sustainability in the fashion industry. The new lobby exhibit consists of 10 innovative and wearable garments handmade by current and former Marymount Fashion Design students using IKEA textiles such as bedsheets, pillowcases and […]
Image courtesy of Getty. Irma Becerra is president of Marymount University, a comprehensive doctoral-granting university known for its innovative curriculum. Current leadership theories emphasize numerous qualities that define effective leaders. I’ve previously written about the importance of courage, compassion, integrity and principles. At times, these values may be at odds with stockholder interests. So how do successful leaders stay true to […]
