To close out the 2025-26 school year, Marymount University celebrated its 75th annual commencement ceremonies, honoring the achievements of the Class of 2026 during a series of events held May 16-17 at the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. This year a total of 847 students received degrees as part of the Class of 2026, […]
From rural Tennessee to remote Guatemalan villages, Marymount University students spent their spring break putting service into action. They stepped beyond the classroom to address real-world challenges across disciplines, expanding access to health care, supporting disaster recovery and building meaningful connections within underserved communities. Though each trip was different, they all shared a common purpose—using knowledge and compassion to make a tangible […]
To kick off Marymount University’s 75th Anniversary Homecoming Weekend, the College of Health and Education hosted the institution’s inaugural Alumni Speaker Series event, featuring health care leaders Ben Hughes ’04 ’06 and Allen Wolfe ’08. The pair presented “The Climb to Leadership: Navigating Adversity on the Path to Success,” sharing powerful stories of resilience and […]
Counseling is a profession built on empathy, patience, and the ability to support others through their most difficult moments. Yet those same qualities can leave counselors vulnerable to stress and exhaustion. Counselor burnout has become a widely recognized challenge, with research showing its impact on both professionals and the clients who rely on their care. […]
Over the summer, Marymount University appointed longtime faculty member Dr. Skye Donovan as the new Dean of the College of Health and Education. In this role, she will be responsible for leading the academic and administrative direction of the College, with a focus on educating the next generation of learners and fostering collaboration among faculty […]
Project-based learning (PBL) is transforming the way students engage with education. It moves beyond rote memorization and test preparation to emphasize hands-on exploration, collaborative learning strategies, and critical thinking. In K–12 classrooms, this approach allows learners to tackle real-world challenges and develop meaningful connections between subjects where they can, in turn, take greater ownership of […]
Marymount University has officially named Dr. Skye Donovan as Dean of its College of Health and Education, following her service as Interim Dean since 2024. A member of the Marymount community for over 15 years, she brings extensive experience, transformational leadership and a personal commitment to the institution’s mission and values. “Since 2008, Dr. Donovan […]
The field of public health focuses on protecting and enhancing the health of all individuals within a given population. With an emphasis on preventive healthcare and mental wellness, public health education plays a crucial role in this multifaceted field. In an effort to improve overall community health, many public health educators actively develop health awareness […]
Marymount University prides itself on employing top-notch faculty who are true leaders and innovators in their fields. From new appointments on national boards to prestigious award nominations, Marymount professors truly made a positive impact on the community this year. Several faculty and staff members were honored with new appointments inside and outside the University. They […]
Photo courtesy of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee, Dean of Marymount University’s College of Health and Education, traveled to Vanderbilt University in February to speak at the institution’s first-ever Faculty Academy for Clinical Teaching Using Simulations (FACTS), held by Vanderbilt’s School of Nursing. Joining her friend and mentor, Vanderbilt Nursing Dean Dr. […]
