On March 9, Marymount University became the first higher education institution in the U.S. to have an on-campus convenience store powered by Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology. Located in the lobby of Gerard Phelan Hall on Marymount’s main campus in Arlington, the new convenience shop – Saints 24 – opened to the University community […]
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2023 Halo Awards filled with charitable giving to support students
At Marymount University’s second-ever Halo Awards dinner and ceremony last month at the Washington Golf and Country Club, the institution honored six distinguished individuals that included alumni, faculty and community members for their professional achievements and service to others. And with the generosity and support of sponsors and donors, $160,000 was raised to benefit […]
Marymount receives $2.8 million gift for creation of Campus Hub
Marymount University has received a $2.8 million gift from the Reinsch Pierce Family Foundation to renovate and repurpose one of the oldest buildings on its main campus in Arlington. The gift will fund the creation of the Reinsch Pierce Family Campus Hub, a new 6,240-square-foot facility that will include a Barnes & Noble Bookstore […]
MU graduate programs achieve national rankings for first time
Three of Marymount University’s graduate programs were nationally ranked this week with the unveiling of the U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Online Programs list. The University’s online Master’s in Business, Master’s in Education and Master’s in Nursing programs all debuted on the list, a first for the institution. This news follows Marymount’s […]
Marymount partners with PathForward on MLK Day of Service
“Everyone can be great because everyone can serve.” In remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s courage and commitment to bringing greater equality to underserved communities, Marymount University partnered once again this past Monday with Volunteer Arlington to support the County’s annual MLK Day of Service. Following Volunteer Arlington’s opening ceremonies, Marymount’s Saints Service […]
MU increases on-campus access to lifesaving medication NARCAN
For years, higher education institutions and other organizations have ensured that tools such as automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are available and accessible in case of emergencies. Now, in recognition of the devastating state of the national opioid crisis and with the aim of protecting others, Marymount University has expanded its NARCAN training program by […]
MU mourns loss of Preston Caruthers and Dr. Linda McMahon
During this year’s holiday season, two impactful figures in the Marymount University community passed away – one longtime financial supporter and higher education advocate in Preston Caruthers, and a dedicated Professor Emerita and former Vice President of Student Affairs in Dr. Linda McMahon who pledged more than 40 years of service to the institution. […]
Pres. Becerra receives DEI Champion Award from Washington Business Journal
As a values-driven institution, Marymount University has always been deeply committed to fostering diversity and social justice. This week, campus-wide initiatives and efforts from leadership were placed in the spotlight by the Washington Business Journal, as Marymount President Irma Becerra was honored with the media outlet’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Champion Award for […]
Marymount launches new Intensive English Language Program
This coming January, Marymount University will offer intermediate and advanced English classes for the first time through the institution’s newly-launched Intensive English Language Program (IELP). Catering to international students and other individuals for whom English is not a primary language, the Program assists students in meeting their English proficiency needs while also providing a […]
President Becerra receives 2022 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Award
At its annual Awards Gala on Wednesday night at the Embassy of Italy in Washington, D.C., the Support Our Aging Religious (SOAR!) organization honored Marymount University President Irma Becerra with the prestigious 2022 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Award for her dedicated work at the University and throughout her career in higher education. She becomes […]