Marymount University President Matthew D. Shank stressed three simple concepts during the commencement address he gave at the American University in the Emirates: recognize your gifts, seize opportunities and serve others. I believe that each one of us has been blessed with one or more very, very special gifts or talents, Shank told the […]
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Dr. Rajdev Earns Grant for STEM/STEAM Activities for Girls
When Dr. Usha Rajdev was a child she was told girls couldnt do math or science. Now she teaches math and science. Long an advocate for STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) education, Dr. Rajdev recently received a $10,000 grant to support a 12-week after-school program for girls in third through sixth grades at […]
Dalmut Honored for Work with Dream Project
Meg Dalmut, Marymount Universitys director of community engagement, was recently recognized as the outstanding community partner of the Dream Project, a local organization that encourages and supports promising immigrant youth in their pursuit of higher education. Through Dalmuts efforts, Marymount has co-sponsored and hosted events on campus, provided mentors at Washington-Lee High School and donated the services of […]
Sue Wong Named Marymount Universitys Designer of the Year
Sue Wong will be honored as Marymount Universitys 2015 Designer of the Year at the schools annual student fashion show, Portfolio in Motion, on April 30 in the Rose Bente Lee Center on Marymounts main campus. The award is presented to a designer who has achieved excellence in the field and has captured the imagination of both the […]
Barry Gallery Reception for “Yes, It’s Colored Pencil!!” Exhibit on Jan. 16
The public is invited to a free opening reception for a colored pencil exhibit curated by Trudi Van Dyke from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16 at the Barry Gallery at Marymount University. The exhibition titled “Yes, It’s Colored Pencil!!” will feature 30 works from a group of Washington, D.C., area artists put […]
Veteran Officer and Academic Optimistic About Future Police and Minority Relations
Despite protests that have highlighted tensions between police departments and minority communities across the country, Dr. Michael Bolton is confident things will get markedly better. Thats because he sees the future every day in his classes. We cant remedy the problems overnight, says the professor of criminal justice. But when I see the dialogue, openness […]
Marymount Students Make and Donate Baby Blankets
When Madelyn Kellen was growing up, her family always performed community service together during the holiday season, whether that meant volunteering at a soup kitchen or helping a family in need. When she went off to Marymount University, the Ashburn native decided to continue the tradition with a dozen of her new friends, who made 22 fleece-tie blankets for […]
Marymount Students Create Golf Apparel
Marymount University students have been putting a grant from the cotton industry to good use. MU fashion design students worked in teams to create golf apparel in the junior and young mens size range for high school students. On December 8, seven seniors were recognized with $300 scholarships after their work won a juried fashion show on campus. […]
Marymount Helps Former Foster Students Share Stories of Success
Marymount University helped a group of former foster students share their stories and give advice to others about making the transition from the social services system to college through a series of videos shot this summer on campus. There were some incredible testimonials, said Associate Professor of Graphic Design Barry Erdeljon, who conducted the immersive […]
Vor der Bruegge Named Founding Director of Nonprofit Resource Center
Anne Vor der Bruegge has been named founding director of the Marymount University Nonprofit Resource Center in Partnership with the Arlington Community Foundation. The mission of the center is to educate local leaders and advance best practices in the nonprofit and philanthropic community through academic programs, consulting and research that examines issues of […]
