After three decades of transformative contributions to Marymount University in academia and research, Dr. Rita Wong retires at the end of this month. She joined Marymount in 1995 after a 12-year tenure at the University of Connecticut, where she developed expertise in geriatrics and physical therapy education. Viewing her new role at Marymount as an […]
In this episode of “Faculty in Focus,” we spotlight Dr. Lisa Jackson-Cherry, Director of the School of Counseling within the College of Health and Education. She highlights the newly opened CMHC Training Clinic, the importance of mental health resources and her hopes that her work will positively impact the DMV area for years to come. How did you […]
Few people can say their first full-time job was in the White House. However, through hard work and the “grace of God,” Marymount University alumna Joetta Appiah ‘24 landed a coveted role as a communications assistant in the Office of the Vice President of the United States. “Never in a million years would I have […]
Welcome back students, faculty and staff! We hope you had a restful and joy-filled holiday season and are excited about all this new year has to offer. Marymount will host various events to kick off the Spring 2025 semester and celebrate the beginning of our 75th anniversary year. Go Saints! — January 16 Spring Club Fair […]
On any given day in the classroom, students will study language arts, explore new math concepts and test out scientific theories. However, in recent years, teachers and administrators have been working together to implement a new subject into the curriculum — social-emotional learning (SEL). In an age when children of all ages are struggling with […]
When you think about interior architecture and design, you likely associate it with visual appeal and aesthetic choices. Elements like core structural integrity and housing codes may also spring to mind. However, few people will immediately consider the all-important ergonomic elements of interior architecture that play a pivotal part in this field across a broad […]
Counselors have the unique opportunity to work closely with their clients and empower them with the tools and strategies they need to overcome some of life’s biggest challenges. But before you can begin making breakthroughs with your clients, you will need to understand the role that trust and empathy play in fostering client relationships. Understanding Empathy […]
When she first arrived on Marymount’s campus, Elizabeth Llop-Rojo ‘69 was uncertain about what to expect. Although she was born in the U.S., she didn’t connect much with American culture. Her father was in the foreign service, so Elizabeth and her three sisters—Rita, Louisa and Ann—were raised and educated in South America. “My parents wanted […]
For many living with Parkinson’s disease, even simple tasks and activities can become monumental challenges. However, in a groundbreaking research study led by Marymount University and the nonprofit Up Ending Parkinson’s, patients challenge that narrative as they improve their mobility, balance and mental health at local rock climbing gyms and cliffs. The research explores the […]
Marymount University invites you to be part of an extraordinary celebration at the 2025 Halo Awards Ceremony and Gala on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the prestigious Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. As part of Marymount’s 75th Anniversary, this black-tie affair promises a night of inspiration, connection and purpose, spotlighting the remarkable achievements of […]
