With the release of the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Rankings, Marymount University continues to earn national recognition that highlights the strength of its graduate programs in health and education. In this year’s rankings, Marymount’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program is ranked No. 180 nationally and remains among the top programs […]
Dr. Nicci Dowd, Assistant Professor in Marymount University’s School of Education, has begun a one-year term as president of the Division of International Special Education and Services (DISES), a section of the Council for Exceptional Children. She becomes the first African American president in the organization’s 37-year history, a historic milestone reflecting her professional leadership and longstanding commitment to inclusive education. DISES promotes global knowledge exchange, collaboration, human rights and […]
Marymount University has announced Dr. Lisa Turissini, Professor of Education and former Director of the School of Education, as the recipient of the 2026 Faculty Halo Award, one of the institution’s highest honors. She will be formally recognized at Marymount’s 75th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, October 17 from 5:30-6 pm in the Ballston Center Auditorium, […]
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 made history last week as it welcomed Catholic school leaders from across the region for the inaugural Catholic School Leadership Conference. The half-day event brought together school administrators from six dioceses for a day of inspiration, collaboration and professional growth. Representatives from the Catholic Diocese of Arlington, Archdiocese of Washington, Archdiocese of Baltimore, […]
In recent years, the field of trauma counseling has undergone a profound transformation marked by expanding neurobiological insight, evolving cultural awareness, and increasingly sophisticated therapeutic approaches. Advanced trauma therapy techniques are no longer limited to the treatment room; they now intersect with emerging technologies, global research initiatives, and policy reform. For doctoral students pursuing a […]
This spring, a team of Marymount University educators traveled over 7,000 miles to rural eastern Uganda on a journey marked by connection, collaboration and the shared pursuit of meaningful education. Dr. Elizabeth Langran, Professor of Education, and Dr. Nicci Dowd, Assistant Professor of Education, led a group of diverse educators to the Bududa District from […]
Dr. Denise Ball, lecturer in Marymount University’s School of Education and a veteran Catholic school leader, presented her research on teacher retention at the prestigious Oxford Education Research Symposium in England. Her presentation, “Strengthening Schools from Within: The Impact of Leadership and Culture on Teacher Retention,” explored how school climate and leadership play a pivotal […]
Every student enters the classroom with unique backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles — rendering a one-size-fits-all approach to instruction ineffective. Differentiated instruction encourages educators to tailor lessons in a manner that ensures all learners have the opportunity to succeed. Applying flexible instructional strategies, teachers can create inclusive education environments supporting diverse student populations’ academic growth. […]
Every child deserves a robust, high-quality education, which means that teachers must actively work to accommodate the diverse needs of all learners in their classrooms. Special education teachers often rely on advanced strategies that address student diversity and enable differentiated instruction within the classroom environment. By exploring the leading inclusive teaching practices and learning more […]
