How to construct an awesome college résumé

How to construct an awesome college résumé

  While not every college requires that you submit a résumé along with your application, many suggest that you do. Submitting a résumé to the colleges you are applying to will allow them to see a comprehensive list of the high school achievements you are most proud of. The trick is to accurately describe your […]

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8 last-minute ways to prepare for your freshman year of college

8 last-minute ways to prepare for your freshman year of college

  Wow, this summer is really flying by! If you’re a member of the Class of 2026, before you know it, you’ll be arriving on campus for your freshman year. You should definitely be excited, but believe it or not, there are probably some last-minute things you should do in order to prepare and arrive […]

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Presidential Leadership Fellows Program aims to grow top talent at MU

Presidential Leadership Fellows Program aims to grow top talent at MU

  This month, nine staff and faculty members at Marymount University were accepted into the inaugural Presidential Leadership Fellows Program, a first-of-its-kind program at the institution which aims to further develop the leadership skills of manager-level employees. Sponsored by the Office of the President, it demonstrates a deep commitment to retaining and maximizing the talent […]

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Think you’re bad at writing? Here are 6 tools to help you out!

Writing tools and resources for prospective college students

  Writing isn’t everyone’s strong suit, but that doesn’t mean that you’re bad writer or that you can’t use some of the many tools out there to help you become a better writer. Here are several online resources to help you as you write your college admissions essays, and sites that can help you once […]

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Dual enrollment student organizes charity concert for children of Ukraine

Dual enrollment student organizes charity concert for children of Ukraine

  The granddaughter of a refugee from Ukraine who was forced to leave her home due to World War II, Sofia Parfomak knows all too well what millions of present-day Ukrainians are going through since the Russian invasion began in February. Parfomak, a dual enrollment student at Marymount University and Bishop O’Connell High School, has […]

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Marymount joins other DC-area universities in addressing gun violence

Marymount joins other DC-area universities in addressing gun violence

  Presidents of Washington, D.C., area universities and colleges announced on Wednesday that they will gather experts from their institutions to advance promising, actionable solutions to reduce gun violence in the U.S. The effort, known as ‘The 120 Initiative,’ was named in honor of the more than 120 people who die on average each day […]

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Why going to college in D.C. is good for your future career

Why going to college in D.C. is good for your future career

  D.C. has some of the best internship and job opportunities in the country. If you’re looking for these advantages in a flourishing city, D.C. fits the bill for a multitude of reasons! As the nation’s capital, D.C. is thriving with countless possibilities that will allow you to get ahead in your future career both […]

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Calculate how much college will (actually) cost you

Calculate how much college will (actually) cost you

  Take a moment to think about your finances — are you feeling anxious yet? If you’re like most college-bound students, preparing for tuition and miscellaneous college expenses can be intimidating, especially when you start to consider the rising cost of higher education. In-state and out-of-state tuition rates for four-year universities are on the rise, […]

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Pres. Becerra named to Virginia Business 2022 Women in Leadership list

Pres. Becerra named to Virginia Business 2022 Women in Leadership list

  This week, Marymount University President Dr. Irma Becerra was recognized by Virginia Business in its 2022 Women in Leadership Awards, which identify female executives in the Commonwealth who have excelled in their careers and are paving the way for other women to follow in their footsteps. In the second year of the Awards, Virginia […]

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New curriculum agreement between MU, Florence University of the Arts

New curriculum agreement between MU, Florence University of the Arts

  Earlier this month, Marymount University signed an agreement with Florence University of the Arts – The American University of Florence (FUA-AUF) that will result in new, exceptional educational opportunities for students in Marymount’s School of Design and Art to study in Florence, Italy. Haute Couture was born in Florence, and the city is home […]

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