In recognition of her work with food insecurity initiatives at Marymount University, junior Chea-Ler Tan was named to Campus Compact’s 2025-26 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows. Originally from Malaysia, Tan spent her high school years in Shanghai, China, before coming to Virginia to pursue a double major in Criminal Justice and Political Science and International […]
Historic buildings hold layers of culture, artistry, and craftsmanship, but often lack functionality. Through adaptive reuse in interior design, architects and designers can blend historic preservation with sustainable design to keep old stories alive while meeting today’s needs. This approach focuses on the modern use of historic spaces, creating meaningful connections between past and present. […]
Global business has entered a period of rapid change, where technology, sustainability, and shifting markets are reshaping how organizations compete and grow. From emerging business trends like artificial intelligence to long-term shifts in trade regulations, today’s executives must balance innovation with resilience. Below, we’ll explore key global business trends of 2025 and what future leaders […]
Marymount University President Irma Becerra joined higher education leaders from across the nation this week as a featured speaker at Inside Higher Ed’s 2025 U.S. Universities Summit, held in Hoboken, N.J. on October 13-14. The invitation-only event convened more than 150 presidents, chancellors and provosts from over 75 colleges and universities to explore the evolving […]
As Marymount University celebrates its 75th anniversary year, it also celebrates another impressive milestone—a new all-Hispanic executive board of the Student Government Association (SGA). This year sees senior Sofia Jubraj elected by students to serve as SGA President, senior Adriana Rodriguez-Denner as Vice President, junior Isabella Rivera as Secretary and senior Richard Flores as Treasurer. […]
Marymount University has announced Dr. Lisa Turissini, Professor of Education and former Director of the School of Education, as the recipient of the 2026 Faculty Halo Award, one of the institution’s highest honors. She will be formally recognized at Marymount’s 75th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, October 17 from 5:30-6 pm in the Ballston Center Auditorium, […]
Michael J. Hershman, an internationally recognized expert on transparency, accountability, governance, litigation and security issues, has been elected Chair of Marymount University’s Board of Trustees. Hershman brings decades of global leadership experience to the role. His career began in military intelligence and government service, including as an investigator for the Senate Watergate Committee during the […]
Last month, student leaders announced the founding of a Marymount University chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA), a national organization aimed at creating career development opportunities for Hispanic students and allies. Leading the student chapter are senior business majors Rudy Sanchez and Adriana Rodriguez-Denner, who will be serving as president and […]
Marymount University has once again been recognized for its leadership in cybersecurity education, receiving a Department of War DoD Cyber Service Academy (CSA) grant for the 2025–2026 academic year. This marks the second year in a row that Marymount has earned the competitive award, which supports the development of future leaders in the federal cyber […]
Over the summer, Marymount University appointed longtime faculty member Dr. Skye Donovan as the new Dean of the College of Health and Education. In this role, she will be responsible for leading the academic and administrative direction of the College, with a focus on educating the next generation of learners and fostering collaboration among faculty […]
