President Becerra featured in ‘Path of Liberty’ art installation in New York City

President Becerra featured in ‘Path of Liberty’ art installation in New York City

Marymount University President Irma Becerra is among 55 influential voices from across the nation featured in ‘Path of Liberty: That Which Unites US,’ a large-scale public art installation now on display in New York City. The installation opened to the public on May 15 and presents a powerful visual and narrative journey through the history […]

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Marymount one of only 33 U.S. institutions to receive dual Carnegie recognitions for research and opportunity

Marymount one of only 33 U.S. institutions to receive dual Carnegie recognitions for research and opportunity

Marymount University has received dual national recognitions in the recently released 2025 Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education, earning both the Research Colleges and Universities (RCU) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities (OCU) designations. Marymount joins an elite group of only 33 institutions nationwide honored for both research excellence and expanding student access and success, […]

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Forbes: Staying calm and positive as a leader in times of uncertainty

Forbes: Staying calm and positive as a leader in times of uncertainty

Image courtesy of Getty. Irma Becerra is president of Marymount University, a comprehensive doctoral-granting university known for its innovative curriculum. At its core, leadership is all about navigating through unexpected disruptions that interfere with organizational goals, especially during turbulent times. As I’ve written in previous articles, leaders—whether or not we “get paid the big bucks”—are expected to […]

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Designing Effective Health Campaigns: Strategies for Public Health Professionals

Effective health campaigns do more than simply share information; they engage, educate, and empower diverse communities. Public health professionals must craft messages that resonate while considering cultural, social, and behavioral factors. Read on to explore key strategies for designing impactful campaigns that drive meaningful change and improve public well-being. Understanding the Core Elements of a […]

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Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners in K-12 Education

Every student enters the classroom with unique backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles — rendering a one-size-fits-all approach to instruction ineffective. Differentiated instruction encourages educators to tailor lessons in a manner that ensures all learners have the opportunity to succeed. Applying flexible instructional strategies, teachers can create inclusive education environments supporting diverse student populations’ academic growth. […]

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Lighting Design: Techniques to Transform Interior Spaces

Lighting is a powerful tool in interior design, shaping a space’s ambiance and functionality. Thoughtful lighting can elevate mood and productivity while highlighting architectural features. With a firm grasp of universal design principles and various lighting ideas, designers can transform ordinary interiors into dynamic and inviting environments. Understanding Lighting Design Architectural lighting design is a […]

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Career Opportunities With a Ph.D. in Counseling

Earning a doctorate degree, or Ph.D., in counseling opens the door to diverse career pathways beyond traditional mental health job opportunities. From shaping future professionals in academia to driving change in clinical leadership and influencing mental health policy, graduates with this advanced degree have the expertise to make a lasting impact. Regardless of if you’re […]

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Interior Design graduate student named to Metropolis Future100 for sustainable, innovative portfolio

Interior Design graduate student named to Metropolis Future100 for sustainable, innovative portfolio

Marymount University Interior Architecture and Design graduate student Maia Hoonan (now Abelson) ‘25 has been named to Metropolis Magazine’s Future100 list, placing her among the top 50 emerging interior designers in the nation.  Hoonan is the seventh Marymount student named to the Future100 list, following designers Helia Amini, Lari Bittman and Nesreen Selim who made […]

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Celebrating 2025 student, faculty and staff awards at Marymount

Celebrating 2025 student, faculty and staff awards at Marymount

Throughout end-of-semester and Commencement activities, Marymount University recognized outstanding students, faculty and staff whose dedication and hard work capture what it means to be a Saint. Recipients of these awards exemplify Marymount’s mission of educating the whole person through intellectual curiosity, service to others and a global perspective, and have made a difference in the […]

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Nature takes center stage at 2025 Portfolio in Motion

Nature takes center stage at 2025 Portfolio in Motion

Marymount University Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising & Marketing students transformed Fashion Centre at Pentagon City into a “Secret Garden” of blooming prints and designs at the annual Portfolio in Motion event earlier this month, as captivated spectators watched models bring student designers’ creative visions to life.  Now in its 36th year, Portfolio in Motion breathes […]

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