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Marymount students explore technology, medicine and leadership at annual Student Research Conference

Posted on May 22, 2026 (May 22, 2026) by adauches

On April 15, Marymount students and faculty gathered at the Ballston Center for the annual Student Research Conference, showcasing undergraduate and graduate research spanning global health, sustainable technology and equitable education. The event highlighted the central role of research in the Marymount experience. “Seeing the scope of research topics and methods applied by our students at every level is a true testament to the […]

Marymount joins prestigious VICEROY Initiative to advance cybersecurity workforce pipeline

Posted on April 9, 2026 by nmunson

Marymount University has been selected to join the Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ (VICEROY) Initiative, an elite national program led by the U.S. Department of War that prepares the next generation of cybersecurity and spectrum operations professionals to protect the nation. With fewer than 45 universities nationwide represented, Marymount’s selection […]

Marymount’s AI programs help pave the way for a “future-ready Virginia”

Posted on August 1, 2025 (August 4, 2025) by adauches

Showcasing commitment to innovation and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, the Commonwealth of Virginia has launched a new website in partnership with Google—“Virginia Has Jobs: Activate Your AI Potential.” Among its catalog of AI education resources that promote a “future-ready Virginia,” the site lists Marymount University’s Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, which launched […]

Marymount’s first Biomedical Engineering graduate reflects on research opportunities, impact

Posted on June 16, 2025 (June 16, 2025) by adauches

When Urooj Fatima walked across the stage at the 2025 College of Sciences and Humanities Commencement ceremony, she made history as Marymount’s first Biomedical Engineering graduate. She began her Marymount journey in 2020, choosing to stay close to her family home in Virginia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally enrolled as a Biochemistry major, she switched […]

Marymount lecturer presents at Oxford Education Research Symposium

Posted on June 13, 2025 by nmunson

Dr. Denise Ball, lecturer in Marymount University’s School of Education and a veteran Catholic school leader, presented her research on teacher retention at the prestigious Oxford Education Research Symposium in England. Her presentation, “Strengthening Schools from Within: The Impact of Leadership and Culture on Teacher Retention,” explored how school climate and leadership play a pivotal […]

Marymount one of only 33 U.S. institutions to receive dual Carnegie recognitions for research and opportunity

Posted on May 29, 2025 by nmunson

Marymount University has received dual national recognitions in the recently released 2025 Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education, earning both the Research Colleges and Universities (RCU) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities (OCU) designations. Marymount joins an elite group of only 33 institutions nationwide honored for both research excellence and expanding student access and success, […]

Marymount’s Center for Optimal Aging Director aims for global leadership in aging research

Posted on March 20, 2025 (March 21, 2025) by Nicole Koluder

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 […]

Career Opportunities With a Doctorate in Cybersecurity

Posted on March 12, 2025 (March 12, 2025) by adauches

If you’re already established in the cybersecurity field and are looking to take your career to the next level, have you considered pursuing a doctorate degree in cybersecurity? Today, with the increased frequency and sophistication of online threats, organizations need skilled and confident cybersecurity leaders to protect their data and bolster their security frameworks. A […]

Marymount achieves ‘Research University’ designation as it expands research footprint

Posted on February 13, 2025 (February 13, 2025) by nmunson

Marymount University has reached a significant milestone in its Strategic Plan trajectory as it has been designated a Research University for 2025 by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation. This recognition reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and addressing pressing societal challenges through impactful research initiatives. The classification […]

Marymount’s Dr. Rita Wong retires after 30 years of groundbreaking service

Posted on January 23, 2025 (January 24, 2025) by Nicole Koluder

After three decades of transformative contributions to Marymount University in academia and research, Dr. Rita Wong retires at the end of this month. She joined Marymount in 1995 after a 12-year tenure at the University of Connecticut, where she developed expertise in geriatrics and physical therapy education. Viewing her new role at Marymount as an […]