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 […]
Marymount University continues to gain national recognition with the newly released 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Rankings, which feature significant increases that showcase the institution’s academic excellence, student success and career readiness. In the latest rankings, Marymount’s Master’s in Nursing (MSN) program climbed an impressive 39 spots to secure the No. […]
With demand for tech literacy soaring among older adults, Marymount University has expanded its decade-long partnership with the Falls Church Senior Center, launching new hands-on Cyber Clinics and increasing its course offerings in humanities and technology. The initiative, which connects faculty and students with local seniors, has seen record participation this year as more seniors […]
As we enter the last stretch of the Spring 2025 semester, we encourage all Marymount community members to get involved in the amazing events happening on campus! As we continue to celebrate our 75th anniversary year, students can expect to see the return of popular events such as the Keegan Lecture Series, Saints Fest and […]
This episode of Faculty in Focus highlights Dr. Patricia Heyn, Director of Marymount’s Center for Optimal Aging and Interim Vice President for Research. Dr. Heyn discusses the Center for Optimal Aging’s progression and its impact on older adults in the DMV region and nationwide, both now and in the future. How did you first become […]
Prioritizing green business practices and ethical investment strategies, organizations across the world are committed to corporate social responsibility. As a result, there is an increased demand for leaders who understand the role of business ethics in the modern economy and the importance of sustainability in business. The Rise of Sustainability as a Business Imperative Sustainability has long been a consideration among business […]
Healing environment design is a strategic approach to interior architecture and interior design that promotes mental health benefits. Relying on environmental psychology principles, interior designers and architects specializing in holistic design work to create cohesive spaces that look beautiful and offer a peaceful and calming atmosphere for anyone who enters the room. Defining Interior Architecture and Well-Being The fact that interior spaces directly impact emotional […]
