June 2026

Marymount-backed project wins intergenerational design competition for innovative, collaborative approach

Posted on June 16, 2026 (June 16, 2026) by adauches

A collaborative team of designers, including individuals from Marymount’s School of Design and Art, has been named a first-place winner of the inaugural Penn State Intergenerational Community Design Competition for its project titled, “Cambridge Residences: Intergenerational Campus Community.” The team shares the first-place prize with the Penn State team. The project is a real-world collaboration between Marymount’s Interior Architecture and Design program, Live Together — a nonprofit developer of intergenerational demonstration projects and workforce development […]

Marymount Athletics Earns Highest-Ever Learfield Directors’ Cup Ranking

Posted on June 16, 2026 by mlaverdi

ARLINGTON, Va. — Following another successful year in program history, Marymount Athletics has reached a new milestone, earning its highest-ever finish in the prestigious Learfield Directors’ Cup standings. Announced last week, the Saints placed 91st out of 422 NCAA Division III institutions, cracking the national top 100 for the first time. “We are incredibly proud […]

Marymount University’s Early Learning Academy earns recognition as Certified Schoolyard Habitat

Posted on June 11, 2026 by adauches

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has recognized Marymount University’s Early Learning Academy (ELA) for successfully creating a Certified Schoolyard Habitat, demonstrating the University’s commitment to environmental stewardship and hands-on learning. With this designation through the NWF’s Garden for Wildlife program, Marymount joins over 11,000 schools nationwide that have transformed their grounds into thriving wildlife habitats that provide essential elements all wildlife need — natural food sources, clean water, cover and places to raise their young. The […]

Marymount alumni speak on healthcare leadership, civic engagement and AI in impactful lecture series

Posted on June 4, 2026 (June 17, 2026) by adauches

During the 2025-26 academic year, Marymount alumni from across industries returned to campus to share their personal and professional experiences with students as part of the inaugural Alumni Speaker Series. Over the course of three lectures, alumni explored topics including ethical healthcare leadership, civic responsibility and the future of technology in the AI age. The Climb to Leadership: Navigating Adversity on the […]

Marymount students, faculty and staff earn awards for excellence and service during 2025-26 school year

Posted on June 3, 2026 (June 3, 2026) by adauches

As the 2025-26 school year draws to a close, Marymount University is proud to recognize the Saints who have made outstanding contributions to the University community through their dedication to service, excellence and education. Marymount Graduation Special Recognitions The following students received awards and commendations during the 2026 Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies, held at DAR Constitution Hall on May 17. They were selected by classmates […]