In August, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) held its annual House of Delegates meeting in Kansas City, Mo., to vote on new policies and procedures related to the physical therapy field. With an audience of over 600 APTA board members and representatives, Marymount University student Jordan Lindamood presented new student-sponsored motions as APTA’s student […]
Even while school was out for the summer, Marymount University’s campus remained a hub for activity with several summer camps and programs offered to students of all ages. From STEM and business to arts and athletics, these camps provided hands-on experiences and fostered creativity and teamwork, helping participants explore their interests, develop new skills, have […]
Winning a conference title as a college athlete is an impressive achievement. However, juggling the demands of athletics and academics reflects true dedication and perseverance. For the first time in its history, Marymount University’s basketball teams swept the Atlantic East Conference’s Man and Woman of the Year awards in the same year. Graduate student Chandler […]
While faculty and students enjoyed their summer vacations, Marymount’s new executive chef, Jason Moore, was cooking up exciting new things for the new school year. Originally from the DMV region, Moore studied with Chef Greg Bibb, Marymount’s Assistant Vice President for Culinary and Retail Operations, at the International Culinary School of the Art Institute of […]
For many students, summer is a time of relaxation. But it’s the perfect opportunity for others to sharpen their skills for the upcoming school year. Marymount University sophomore Luke Claudy, a Cybersecurity major and member of the Men’s Swimming team, spent part of his summer attending the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy and Leadership Program. A […]
Marymount University Associate Professor of History Dr. Cassandra Good has been named one of five finalists for the 2024 George Washington Prize for her recent book, “First Family: George Washington’s Heirs and the Making of America.” This prestigious annual award recognizes the year’s finest works that advance a broader public understanding of early American history. […]
In collegiate sports, mentorship is foundational for the success of student-athletes. Coaches, administrators and the entire university athletics staff dedicate their work to honing student-athletes’ skills, supporting them in every aspect and celebrating team victories. Recently, the Saints have achieved notable success in competition and in the classroom, inspiring student-athletes to aim even higher and […]
David Fathalikhani didn’t want to climb Mount Everest – at least not at first. “There’s a huge cult of ego and competition surrounding Mount Everest because it’s the highest peak in the world,” he explained. “I wanted no part of that. I like to climb peaks that excite me personally, not to check off a […]
Marymount alumna Delaney Carey ‘23 has been named the 2024 recipient of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi’s Sherrill Carlson Fellowship. It is awarded to top-performing applicants in the humanities and arts and includes $35,000 for continuing education. Carey, who studied Criminal Justice and Psychology at Marymount, was chosen as the University’s Phi Kappa […]
Aiming to highlight the transformative potential of virtual reality in housing design for aging populations, Marymount University made a significant impact at HUD’s 2024 Innovative Housing Showcase. Held on the National Mall from June 7-9, this event – in its fourth year – raises awareness about innovative and affordable housing designs and technologies that can […]
