Becoming a caregiver wasn’t a choice for Maria Ghafoor—it was a necessity. When her son suffered a stroke at birth in 2015, she stepped away from the workforce to care for him full time, putting her career aspirations on hold for years. Alina Yllanes faced a different kind of uncertainty. As a single mother of […]
Marymount University has received a grant to lead the development of NOVATech Works, a new regional initiative designed to strengthen Northern Virginia’s technology workforce and create clearer pathways into high-demand tech careers. This project is funded in part by GO Virginia, a state-funded initiative administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) […]
Counseling is a profession built on empathy, patience, and the ability to support others through their most difficult moments. Yet those same qualities can leave counselors vulnerable to stress and exhaustion. Counselor burnout has become a widely recognized challenge, with research showing its impact on both professionals and the clients who rely on their care. […]
An era defined by digital interconnectivity and evolving global threats has rendered the protection of critical infrastructure (power grids, transportation networks, water treatment cybersecurity, and more) a top national priority. These systems form the backbone of modern society, and even a brief disruption can result in cascading consequences for public safety, economic stability, and national […]
Recent advances in health information technology have had a significant impact on the field of public health, and particularly public health education. Public health educators develop programming and educational materials to increase access to health information and empower people to make positive, healthy choices in their own lives, serving communities worldwide. As a result, an […]
Throughout your nursing degree program, you can expect to learn foundational knowledge about the healthcare industry while developing the clinical skills required to care for patients. However, selecting a degree program that emphasizes e-learning for nursing students is also important. Technology plays a pivotal role in the modern healthcare landscape, and it is expected to have […]
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 […]
On April 15, Marymount University hosted representatives from Virginia Tech’s Innovation Campus for an official signing ceremony that cements new accelerated course pathways for Marymount students interested in pursuing computer science or engineering at the graduate level. Over a dozen high-level administrators from both institutions gathered to witness the signing. The articulation agreements allow […]
Dr. Anne Magro has been appointed the next Dean of Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT). Starting in May, she will lead a College at the cutting edge of innovation, with leading programs in domestic and international business and management, information technology, economics, design, art, cybersecurity and more. Following a […]
Marymount University’s Interior Architecture + Design program recently hosted the inaugural Dana Keegan & Martha Child Lecture Series event in response to the rapidly evolving landscape of AI technologies and their integration into various professions. Held on February 28 in the Ballston Center auditorium, it aimed to foster increased knowledge and insightful discussions surrounding […]
