Marymount University invites high school juniors, seniors and their families as well as college students interested in transferring to visit campus as part of Virginia Private College week from July 24-29. Students who visit three or more participating institutions during the week will receive application fee waivers to any three members of the […]
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Nursing Professor Grateful for Chance to Help Lead Medical Mission Trips
Dr. Faith Claman, associate professor of nursing, volunteered for her first medical mission trip when she was 18, an experience that helped chart her career path as a pediatric and womens health care nurse practitioner. Shes now racked up more than 30 years of experience delivering health care to vulnerable populations here and abroad. She […]
Go Baby Go! Gets Kids Moving
The first time Dr. Skye Donovan saw a Go Baby Go! car in action she was moved to tears. Donovan, an associate professor of physical therapy, and student Cassidie Watson had modified the ride-on toy car for a four year old with a rare genetic disorder that severely limited her mobility. They put the little […]
Basic Dental Care a Key to Saving Health Care Billions
Spend now and save later. Thats a key strategy when it comes to the connection between basic dental care and the potential for more serious future problems, according to a white paper written by Dr. Uma Kelekar, director of Marymounts Healthcare Management program. The study was funded by a grant from the Dental Trade Alliance, […]
Marymount Initiative Combines Coffee and Conversations on Faith
Agape Latte, an inter-faith initiative thats spreading to Catholic campuses across the country, has arrived at Marymount University, and organizers say its a perfect fit for MUs close-knit, family atmosphere. After a successful debut in April, they plan to hold these evenings of coffee and conversation again on Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Oct. 31 and […]
Cervantes-Racanelli Named Northern Virginia Hispanic Teacher of the Year
Lorena Cervantes-Racanelli, an elementary school teacher who integrates the study of dance with other subjects, has been honored with the 2017 Victoria D. de Sanchez Northern Virginia Hispanic Teacher of the Year Award. She received a check for $2,000 and a commemorative plaque at a reception sponsored by Marymount University and hosted by President Matthew […]
Bersoff Elected Chair of Marymount Board of Trustees
Dr. Edward H. Bersoff was elected unanimously as chair of the board of trustees of Marymount University at its May 24 meeting. Dr. Bersoff is an outstanding selection to lead us as chair, said Marymount President Matthew D. Shank. He understands and is passionate about our mission and has the perfect blend of academic and […]
Ridgewells Catering CEO to Chair Marymount Campaign
As Marymount University advances into the public phase of the largest capital campaign in its history, Susan Lacz has been named chair of the $40 million fundraising initiative, according to President Matthew D. Shank. A Marymount alumna (83, B.A. Marketing), Lacz is CEO of Bethesda-based Ridgewells Catering. Honorary chairs for the campaign are Fred and […]
Marymount Announces Student Research Conference Winners
Marymount University has announced the winners of its Student Research Conference 2017, which provides a forum for undergraduate and graduate students to present research they have completed in conjunction with a faculty mentor. The conference was held on April 26. Dr. Lujendra Ojha served as keynote speaker of the conference. Ojha is a Nepalese-American planetary […]
Members of Graduating Class Honored at Recognition Day
Marymount University held its Recognition Day Awards Ceremony on Saturday morning at the Rose Benté Lee Center, Verizon Gym, as part of a weekend of events in which 650 bachelors degree candidates, 347 masters degree candidates and 43 doctoral degree candidates received their diplomas. Bishop Ireton Award James Carroll and Maria Camarca won the Bishop Ireton […]
