Marymount University invites you to be part of an extraordinary celebration at the 2025 Halo Awards Ceremony and Gala on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the prestigious Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. As part of Marymount’s 75th Anniversary, this black-tie affair promises a night of inspiration, connection and purpose, spotlighting the remarkable achievements of […]
Marymount University’s Center for Optimal Aging is celebrating another major milestone as it was named a Healthy People 2030 Champion by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. This honor recognizes the research center for its exceptional efforts to enhance the well-being of older adults and further […]
Marymount University has been selected to receive a $150,000 Capacity-Building Grant from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP). This grant, part of a larger $3.9 million initiative across Virginia, will enhance student internship and work-based learning opportunities that bridge the gap between academic experiences […]
Marymount University is expanding access to advanced social work education with the launch of its online Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Designed for those passionate about making a difference, the new offering features a clinically focused curriculum that prepares graduates to provide compassionate care, address systemic challenges and lead as agents of change in […]
Marymount University and IKEA Woodbridge celebrated the opening of their joint fashion exhibition, Upcycle Collaboration, last Friday. The exhibition highlighted creativity and sustainability in the fashion industry. The new lobby exhibit consists of 10 innovative and wearable garments handmade by current and former Marymount Fashion Design students using IKEA textiles such as bedsheets, pillowcases and […]
Last week, a new Cody Gallery exhibit and a full day of workshops brought the heart of the interior design industry to Marymount’s Ballston Center. The School of Design and Art within Marymount’s College of BILT teamed up with designers from Kravet, an industry leader in trade home furnishings, to host the Kravet Design Workshop. […]
Marymount University is preparing to kick off its 75th anniversary celebrations that will begin in January 2025 and last throughout the year. Since it was founded as Virginia’s first Catholic college by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM) in 1950, Marymount has transformed from a two-year college for women into a nationally […]
Marymount University’s continued momentum is fueled by transformative gifts that elevate the institution’s academic and athletics programs and empower students who rely on scholarships to achieve their goals. In the latest example of this generosity, a recent $1 million donation from Terry Thompson—a Marymount Board of Trustees member since 2022—will make a significant impact on […]
Marymount University will soon transform the historic Lodge into the Malek Family Welcome Center, thanks to a generous gift from philanthropist Marlene Malek, a Class of 1979 Nursing alumna and Vice Chair of the University’s Board of Trustees. The Welcome Center will serve as a vital hub for prospective students, alumni campus visits and Board […]
Showcasing unwavering support and gratitude, Marymount University hosted its annual Veterans Day Luncheon on Thursday and drew together students, faculty, staff and distinguished guests to honor those who have worn the uniform in the U.S. Armed Forces. The yearly event highlights the institution’s dedication to supporting its military-affiliated students, who bring invaluable perspectives to campus […]
