Dr. Irma Becerra Archives

Inaugural Voices of Purpose episode dives into female leadership, civic engagement

Posted on March 24, 2026 (March 27, 2026) by adauches

To celebrate the conclusion of Women’s History Month, Marymount University released the inaugural episode of its new presidential podcast, Voices of Purpose, exploring democratic values that shape ethical leadership. Guided by the principles of Winston Churchill—liberty and democracy, moral courage, global leadership, civic engagement and free enterprise—the Voices of Purpose podcast fosters transformative conversations with leaders from business, government, education and beyond. Recorded live on February […]

Marymount University welcomes nineteen venerable monks to campus as part of the cross-country ‘Walk for Peace’

Posted on February 13, 2026 by adauches

On February 9, 2026, hundreds of people flooded Marymount’s campus, hoping to catch a glimpse of the nineteen Buddhist monks who would be arriving on campus as part of their cross-country ‘Walk for Peace.’ The monks, from the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth, Texas, and other Theravada Buddhist monasteries worldwide, began their […]

Marymount unveils permanent Churchill collection alongside launch of new University podcast

Posted on February 6, 2026 (February 6, 2026) by adauches

Marymount University will soon welcome a new permanent collection to its Emerson G. Reinsch Library, one that looks to history to spark timely conversations about leadership, courage and civic responsibility today. On February 10, the University will officially unveil the Winston Churchill Collection, a curated selection of memorabilia celebrating the life and legacy of one […]

Marymount University joins DC CAP University Partnership Network, expanding opportunities for DC students

Posted on January 21, 2026 by adauches

Arlington, Va. — Marymount University is proud to announce its inclusion as a new University Partner of the DC College Access Program (DC CAP Scholars), expanding access to Marymount’s academic programs and career-focused educational opportunities for students across Washington, D.C. Through this partnership, Marymount is now available to students applying for DC CAP’s University Partner […]

Six members of the Marymount community named to the 2025 WBJ Power 100 List

Posted on November 25, 2025 (November 25, 2025) by adauches

Six members of the Marymount community—including an alumna, honorary degree recipients, commencement speakers, a former trustee, and University President Dr. Irma Becerra—have been named to the Washington Business Journal’s 2025 Power 100 List, recognizing the region’s most influential leaders. Alumna Susan Lacz ’83 earned her second consecutive selection for her leadership as CEO of Ridgewells […]

Pres. Becerra reappointed to Science Museum of Virginia’s Board of Trustees

Posted on July 28, 2025 by nmunson

With approval from Governor Glenn Youngkin, Marymount University President Irma Becerra has been reappointed to the Board of Trustees for the Science Museum of Virginia. Her new five-year term officially began on July 1, 2025, and will continue through June 30, 2030. President Becerra was originally appointed to the Board in March 2024 to fill […]

Marymount’s Board of Trustees extends President Becerra’s contract through June 2028

Posted on July 14, 2025 by nmunson

Marymount University’s Board of Trustees has voted to extend the contract of President Irma Becerra through June 30, 2028, citing the University’s historic progress under her leadership and a shared commitment to continued growth in the years ahead. President Becerra, who became Marymount’s seventh president in 2018, has overseen a period of dynamic transformation for […]

Pres. Becerra speaks on looking beyond brand recognition, prestige in college decision process

Posted on March 21, 2024 (March 22, 2024) by adauches

Amidst the college admissions frenzy, high school students can often find themselves drawn to the allure of an institution’s perceived prestige or cultural relevance. However, this fixation can lead to overlooking the wealth of opportunities at smaller, lesser-known universities. Dr. Irma Becerra, President of Marymount University, emphasizes the importance of a measured approach to […]

Governor appoints Pres. Becerra to Science Museum board

Posted on March 21, 2024 (March 21, 2024) by adauches

On Sunday, March 15, Governor Youngkin appointed Marymount University President Irma Becerra to the Board of Trustees for the Science Museum of Virginia. Encouraging all Virginians to enrich their lives through science, it features a range of interactive exhibits and programs on topics such as clean energy, anatomy and innovations in STEM. President Becerra […]

President Becerra receives 2022 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Award

Posted on November 4, 2022 (November 4, 2022) by Connor Glowacki

At its annual Awards Gala on Wednesday night at the Embassy of Italy in Washington, D.C., the Support Our Aging Religious (SOAR!) organization honored Marymount University President Irma Becerra with the prestigious 2022 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Award for her dedicated work at the University and throughout her career in higher education. She becomes […]