Since stepping into the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs in February, Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee has wasted no time charting a strategic path forward for Marymount University’s academic enterprise. With her appointment, she’s focusing on strengthening faculty collaboration, growing research and scholarship and supporting student success in every form. Having previously served […]
Marymount University President Irma Becerra joined national leaders in higher education, immigration advocacy and public policy on May 1 for an insightful discussion on the challenges facing undocumented students, Dreamers and DACA recipients. The event, “Status of Dreamers and DACA Recipients: A Forum,” was hosted by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) in […]
Sulzer (left) and Xu (right) Two Marymount University interior design graduate students, Gabriella Sulzer and Zhuyun “Joy” Xu, placed first in the graduate category of the national Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC) Student Competition. The win was a surprise for the design duo, both of whom are career changers who came to Marymount to pursue […]
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 […]
As the stigma surrounding mental health continues to be lifted, an increased number of people are seeking out counseling services, which is highlighting the importance of effective multicultural counseling. To increase community engagement and ensure that as many people as possible have access to empathetic and supportive counseling services, counselors must actively work to reduce cultural biases and enhance their […]
The field of public health focuses on protecting and enhancing the health of all individuals within a given population. With an emphasis on preventive healthcare and mental wellness, public health education plays a crucial role in this multifaceted field. In an effort to improve overall community health, many public health educators actively develop health awareness […]
Marymount University Women’s Lacrosse student-athlete Taylor Chepren has been named to the 2024-25 Allstate NACDA Good Works Team. She is one of just 20 spring student-athletes from across NCAA Divisions I, II and III and the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) to be honored with this recognition. “Being named to the Allstate NACDA Good […]
Marymount University President Irma Becerra delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Summit for Advancing the Higher Education Pathway in the Southeast for Hispanics and Latinos, held at the University of South Carolina (USC) last month. The event, co-hosted by USC’s Latino and Hispanic Faculty Caucus and SC Centro Latino, brought together a wide range […]
Excellence, service and generosity were celebrated at Marymount University’s 2025 Halo Awards Ceremony and Gala, held last month at the Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. A signature event in the University’s ongoing 75th anniversary festivities, the evening honored distinguished members of the Marymount community while raising crucial funds to benefit students facing unexpected financial […]
Last week, the Marymount community gathered to wish Bernie, the University’s beloved mascot, an early 30th birthday. Bernie the St. Bernard was adopted as Marymount’s lovable mascot on April 15, 1995, to help build school spirit at athletic events and other functions. The original artwork for Bernie was created by Graphic Design alumnus Anthony Valinote […]
