At Marymount University in Arlington, faculty, staff, students and religious gathered for the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit at the campus’ Sacred Heart of Mary Chapel Sept. 3. But the annual Mass had an additional significance this year. The Mass, celebrated by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, continued the university’s yearlong celebration of its 75th […]
JP Novin introduced Dr. Irma Becerra, President of Marymount University, who shared her extensive background in AI research and discussed how AI is transforming the workforce and education, including Marymount University’s new AI degree and minor programs. Dr. Irma Becerra explained the university’s “Momentum” strategic plan, which fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and prepares students for AI’s […]
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Irma Becerra, President of Marymount University, to explore how visionary leadership, strategic innovation and a commitment to student success can transform a regionally ranked private institution into a nationally recognized university. Since her inauguration in 2018, Dr. Becerra has led Marymount through bold initiatives that modernize curriculum, […]
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 […]
Marymount University has been designated a Research University for 2025 by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation. This recognition reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and addressing pressing societal challenges through impactful research initiatives. The classification was determined based on Marymount’s 2023 annual research expenditures of $2.6 million and the awarding […]
Donna Carroll, president of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, is on a campaign to spread hope to Catholic colleges and universities amid troubling times. “Right now, our country is faced with uncertainty and polarizing dissent,” she said in a Feb. 27 talk at Marymount University in Arlington to Catholic educators and administrators. “Our […]
Image courtesy of Getty. Irma Becerra is president of Marymount University, a comprehensive doctoral-granting university known for its innovative curriculum. Society thrives when citizens are informed, engaged and empowered. But today, I believe global challenges like authoritarianism, polarization and civic apathy pose significant threats to democratic systems worldwide. To confront these challenges, universities play a crucial […]
In Maryland, the state’s flagship university in College Park is Prince George’s County’s second-largest employer. In D.C., universities gave $248 million in aid to 85,000 students. And in Virginia, more than 100,000 residents went to college in their home state. That’s according to a report released Tuesday by a coalition of D.C.-area universities that aims […]
Image courtesy of Getty. Irma Becerra is president of Marymount University, a comprehensive doctoral-granting university known for its innovative curriculum. The legacy of the British and Dutch trading companies of the 1600s laid the foundation for one of the most influential legal inventions of our time—the corporation. These legal entities, which serve as a vehicle for collective action […]
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 […]
