Marymount University Interior Architecture and Design graduate student Maia Hoonan (now Abelson) ‘25 has been named to Metropolis Magazine’s Future100 list, placing her among the top 50 emerging interior designers in the nation. Hoonan is the seventh Marymount student named to the Future100 list, following designers Helia Amini, Lari Bittman and Nesreen Selim who made […]
Throughout end-of-semester and Commencement activities, Marymount University recognized outstanding students, faculty and staff whose dedication and hard work capture what it means to be a Saint. Recipients of these awards exemplify Marymount’s mission of educating the whole person through intellectual curiosity, service to others and a global perspective, and have made a difference in the […]
Marymount University Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising & Marketing students transformed Fashion Centre at Pentagon City into a “Secret Garden” of blooming prints and designs at the annual Portfolio in Motion event earlier this month, as captivated spectators watched models bring student designers’ creative visions to life. Now in its 36th year, Portfolio in Motion breathes […]
This past weekend, Marymount University proudly celebrated its 74th annual commencement ceremonies, honoring its Class of 2025 with joyful and inspiring events coinciding with the University’s 75th anniversary year. A total of 961 students received their degrees—433 bachelor’s, 319 master’s and 209 doctoral—representing graduates from the Fall 2024, Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 semesters, as […]
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 […]
