Future U. podcast visits MU to learn about higher education’s future

Future U. podcast visits MU to learn about higher education's future

  Stopping at Marymount University’s campus in early May during its national campus tour, top-rated The Future U. Podcast recorded an extensive episode in the Ballston Center auditorium featuring administrators, faculty and students from Marymount. President Irma Becerra, Provost Hesham El-Rewini, School of Technology and Innovation Director Diane Murphy and incoming SGA President Nicholas Mariel […]

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Marymount program among top in the U.S. for preparing future teachers in the science of reading

Marymount program among top in the U.S. for preparing future teachers in the science of reading

  The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education program at Marymount University has been recognized by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its rigorous preparation of future teachers in how to teach reading, earning an ‘A’ grade in NCTQ’s new report, Teacher Prep Review: Strengthening Elementary Reading Instruction. The program is among just […]

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MU receives additional funding to continue falls prevention efforts

Marymount receives additional funding to continue falls prevention efforts

  As the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in adults over the age of 65, falls can greatly impact the health and well-being of older adults. The age-adjusted fall death rate increased by 41 percent from 2012 to 2021, while falls that don’t result in death can still cause traumatic brain injuries, hip […]

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Marymount to host USA Biolympiad Finals for second-straight year

Marymount to host USA Biolympiad Finals for second-straight year

  Starting later this week, Marymount University will host the 2023 USA Biolympiad (USABO) National Finals on its main campus in Arlington. The competition, being held at Marymount for the second-straight year, is organized by the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) and will last from June 2-16, featuring top U.S. high school students from […]

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MU’s Class of 2023 celebrated in 72nd commencement ceremonies

MU’s Class of 2023 celebrated in 72nd commencement ceremonies

  Approximately 1,090 students received their degrees this past weekend during Marymount University’s 72nd annual commencement ceremonies, held over the course of three days at the institution’s Converse Family Field on its Main Campus in Arlington. Celebrating the Class of 2023, ceremonies organized by each of Marymount’s three Colleges were held from May 19-21 for […]

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Highlighting student success stories in Marymount’s Class of 2023

Highlighting student success stories in Marymount’s Class of 2023

  This coming weekend, approximately 1,090 students will receive their degrees at Marymount University’s 72nd annual commencement ceremonies. Within this group are countless stories of success, determination and resilience that define members of the institution’s Class of 2023. Below are just a few examples of Saints who have made the most of their time on […]

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2023 Portfolio in Motion event emphasizes innovation, ingenuity

2023 Portfolio in Motion event emphasizes innovation, ingenuity

  Portfolio in Motion, Marymount University’s premiere student-led fashion show, returned to the institution’s Main Campus last week with the theme of ‘Millennium: The Chrome Age.’ Over three nights, the performance delivered an immersive experience that ‘stimulated the audience and made them question what the future of fashion holds.’ “It was an amazing show of […]

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Marymount appoints Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee as next Dean of College of Health and Education

Marymount appoints Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee as next Dean of College of Health and Education

  Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee has been selected as the next Dean of the College of Health and Education at Marymount University. Starting in June 2023, she will lead a respected and innovative College consisting of four Schools of nursing, health sciences, education and counseling. Her appointment was the result of a comprehensive national search process […]

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Marymount’s Future100 Interior Design winner inspired to create ‘unique spaces that change a person’s life’

Marymount’s Future100 Interior Design winner inspired to create ‘unique spaces that change a person’s life’

  For the third year in a row, an Interior Design student at Marymount University has been named as a Future100 Interior Design winner by Metropolis Magazine, which honors the most talented students at the best interior design and architecture schools in the U.S. and Canada each year. Natalia Laykov, a senior at Marymount, was […]

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Marymount’s Early Learning Academy nears completion, Fall 2023 opening

Marymount’s Early Learning Academy nears completion, Fall 2023 opening

  Designed to fill a critical and deepening local workforce need as professionals with young children return to the office, Marymount University’s new Early Learning Academy is nearing its Fall 2023 launch date as staff prepare to offer an exceptional early childhood learning experience. A year-round, full-day program for preschoolers of ages 2.5-5, the Early […]

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