For many students, summer is a time of relaxation. But it’s the perfect opportunity for others to sharpen their skills for the upcoming school year. Marymount University sophomore Luke Claudy, a Cybersecurity major and member of the Men’s Swimming team, spent part of his summer attending the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy and Leadership Program. A […]
Marymount University Associate Professor of History Dr. Cassandra Good has been named one of five finalists for the 2024 George Washington Prize for her recent book, “First Family: George Washington’s Heirs and the Making of America.” This prestigious annual award recognizes the year’s finest works that advance a broader public understanding of early American history. […]
Marymount University President Irma Becerra was selected to serve as Vice Chair for the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area’s Board of Trustees. The Consortium’s governing body consists of the 18 member university presidents and the Consortium’s President and CEO. President Becerra joins Gallaudet University President and Consortium Board Chair Roberta Cordano on […]
In collegiate sports, mentorship is foundational for the success of student-athletes. Coaches, administrators and the entire university athletics staff dedicate their work to honing student-athletes’ skills, supporting them in every aspect and celebrating team victories. Recently, the Saints have achieved notable success in competition and in the classroom, inspiring student-athletes to aim even higher and […]
This month, Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT) launched the new Artificial Intelligence Dual Enrollment and Internship Program in collaboration with District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). Supported by the Greater Washington Partnership’s TalentReady initiative and the DC Public Education Fund, this AI program provides a unique opportunity for rising high […]
David Fathalikhani didn’t want to climb Mount Everest – at least not at first. “There’s a huge cult of ego and competition surrounding Mount Everest because it’s the highest peak in the world,” he explained. “I wanted no part of that. I like to climb peaks that excite me personally, not to check off a […]
Marymount alumna Delaney Carey ‘23 has been named the 2024 recipient of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi’s Sherrill Carlson Fellowship. It is awarded to top-performing applicants in the humanities and arts and includes $35,000 for continuing education. Carey, who studied Criminal Justice and Psychology at Marymount, was chosen as the University’s Phi Kappa […]
Aiming to highlight the transformative potential of virtual reality in housing design for aging populations, Marymount University made a significant impact at HUD’s 2024 Innovative Housing Showcase. Held on the National Mall from June 7-9, this event – in its fourth year – raises awareness about innovative and affordable housing designs and technologies that can […]
Marymount University has been named a College of Distinction for the 2024-2025 academic year. It is a prestigious honor highlighting the institution’s commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education and welcoming environment where students explore their passions, pursue their dreams, positively impact the world and Learn with Purpose. Marymount earned College of Distinction status overall […]
Six Marymount University students and two faculty advisors traveled to Luxembourg earlier this month to participate in the 2024 Transatlantic Dialogue Conference and discuss the theme of ‘Soft Power in Uncertain Times.’ This was the first time Marymount was invited to participate in the conference, joining students and lecturers from U.S. and European institutions such […]
