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 […]
During Marymount University’s Spring Break, 20 Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students and eight faculty members traveled to Guatemala for a two-week service-learning and community engagement opportunity, allowing participants to give back to others while expanding their global perspective. Located in Panajachel at Lake Atitlan in Solola, Guatemala, the Marymount team volunteered at hospitals, […]
In a new initiative to address the growing mental health needs of the wider community, Marymount University has introduced a free counseling clinic that is open to the general public and the University community in collaboration with Marymount’s Student Counseling Services. Launched in January, the endeavor reflects the University’s commitment to serving others while […]
Marymount University’s Interior Architecture + Design program recently hosted the inaugural Dana Keegan & Martha Child Lecture Series event in response to the rapidly evolving landscape of AI technologies and their integration into various professions. Held on February 28 in the Ballston Center auditorium, it aimed to foster increased knowledge and insightful discussions surrounding […]
In a triumphant celebration of philanthropy, Marymount University’s third Halo Awards Ceremony and Dinner shattered previous records for attendance, funds raised for scholarships and sponsorships as an enduring spirit of generosity and commitment to higher education were on full display. Held at The City Club of Washington on February 22, this year’s Halo Awards […]
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. […]
Student Members of the Marymount University Chamber Singers Emelia Cardon Laine Eary Utoma Effiong Kezia Francis Nayef Imdad Sofia Jubraj Gavin Keane Chiara Marrello Lily Plotkin Adriana Rodriguez-Denner Lillian Trussell Marisol Zuniga-Castaneda Amidst a jubilant return after a hiatus forced by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Marymount University Chamber Singers – led by the newly appointed […]
In the ever-evolving digital age, safeguarding privacy amidst data and online threats has never been more crucial. The COVID-19 pandemic spurred rapid technological strides to meet the escalating need for real-time insights as the virus spread, which included alternative tracking methods seamlessly integrated into mobile apps to provide up-to-the-minute case counts and other pertinent […]
Four students from Marymount University participated in the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges’ (VFIC) 24th annual statewide collegiate Ethics Bowl during the final weekend of January, deliberating on “Ethics and the Environment” on the campus of Hollins University in Roanoke, Va. The Marymount team – featuring seniors Natalia Ivanauskas and Agnes-Laure Signou and juniors […]
This year brought important changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), a crucial document that determines eligibility for various financial aid programs. Navigating these updates is essential for students and their families as they seek financial support for higher education. The streamlined FAFSA form, which now includes 36 questions, has been […]
