Marymount University’s Malek School of Nursing Professions has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Virginia to launch its Earn to Learn Nursing Education Acceleration Program. This initiative is designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world clinical practice, accelerating nursing students’ readiness for the workforce. The Earn to Learn Program […]
Caroline MacDonald didn’t set out to become a fashion designer. In fact, the Oregon native and Marymount University senior began her career as a ballerina, performing in ballet companies across the country. However, she changed course and pursued higher education in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the performing arts scene. “I wanted to […]
After more than 13 years of transformative contributions to Marymount University, Professor of Engineering Dr. Eric Bubar will depart in January 2025 to begin a new role at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Dr. Bubar’s tenure was defined by his remarkable individual achievements in the unique, innovation-focused environment Marymount supports, which benefits faculty […]
Mexican Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragán delivered a speech on campus last week emphasizing the strategic importance of U.S.-Mexico relations and collaboration across North America, reinforcing Marymount University’s commitment to global perspectives. Speaking before a diverse audience of Marymount students, faculty, staff and special guests, he praised the University’s potential and commented on how education plays […]
In the latest Best Colleges Rankings from U.S. News & World Report, Marymount University has reached its highest national ranking as it continues to rise in prestige among the country’s top higher education institutions. With an increase of 32 spots to No. 288 in the nation, Marymount is now notably listed second among all of […]
Marymount University welcomes Dr. Anne Magro as the new Dean of the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT). In this role, she will be responsible for leading and shaping the academic and administrative direction of the College. She aims to empower students, faculty and staff to combine creativity, technology, business insights and leadership […]
Not many people can say that the Nationals Park press box is their part-time office. But Melanie Martinez-Lopez ‘23 is one of the lucky few who commutes to the Washington Nationals home stadium almost weekly. A Digital Content Diversity Fellow with Major League Baseball, she has spent the last seven months reporting on players, games […]
Marymount University has promoted Evan Lipp to the Vice President of Enrollment Management role. In this elevated position with a seat on President Irma Becerra’s Cabinet, he will oversee undergraduate and graduate admissions, enrollment operations and financial aid while continuing to strengthen Marymount’s enrollment initiatives. Lipp began his Marymount tenure in 2021, bringing with him […]
Dr. Alice Mandanis, a pioneering leader and dedicated educator at Marymount University, passed away on August 2, 2024 at the age of 93. Her work as Provost and Professor left a lasting mark on the institution, and community members remember her as a transformative leader, skilled academic and beloved mentor whose influence will be felt […]
In August, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) held its annual House of Delegates meeting in Kansas City, Mo., to vote on new policies and procedures related to the physical therapy field. With an audience of over 600 APTA board members and representatives, Marymount University student Jordan Lindamood presented new student-sponsored motions as APTA’s student […]
