Sights and scenes from UMW’s 114th commencement ceremony, held on Saturday.
PHOTOS: University of Mary Washington 2025 Commencement
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Back on track: UMW’s Deane returns to form after illness sidelined her for three years
James Monroe graduate was diagnosed with severe ulcerative colitis, which held her down until she tried a new therapy last year.
UMW Board of Visitors discusses compliance with federal law, fundraising efforts
Board member, MWHC CEO floats idea of bringing medical school to Fredericksburg region.
UMW student turns pandemic-era passion project into a business venture
UMW senior Maha Montaz was able to start a jewelry business out of a hobby she started to escape boredom during the pandemic.
LISTEN: Change this year for UMW’s Mary Wash Day
UMW’s Shelby Orlando says the fundraiser is from noon April 2 to noon April 3rd.
Panelists to women with political ambitions: ‘Don’t count yourself out’
Second-annual Women in Politics panel at UMW stresses importance of mentorship, resilience.
Cinderella Eagles look to continue improbable run in Sweet 16
UMW will face No. 8 Emory (Ga.) University Friday at 4:45 p.m. at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.
UMW students show true colors at Black History Month event
Annual Colors of Africa cultural event features traditional clothing, dances.
Virginia colleges and universities may be forced to livestream meetings
Representatives from Virginia Tech and the University of Mary Washington voiced support for the legislation.
Great Lives lecture explores the many dimensions of Serling’s talent
Lecture explores the man behind the mind-bending hit ‘The Twilight Zone.’
Great Lives lecture series begins 22nd season
UMW’s biographical lecture series features authors and the stories behind their work.
All aboard the democracy train, er, trolley
UMW Votes program offered free transportation to students on Election Day.
UMW, George Mason renew agreement for dual enrollment
During their senior year, UMW students can enroll in a master’s program at George Mason’s College of Engineering and Computing.
JLARC: UMW among 7 higher ed institutions facing viability risks
Report states enrollment has declined 20% over past decade; graduation rates ‘higher than predicted.’
Another promising season afoot for top-ranked UMW men’s soccer
The Eagles are the No. 1 team in the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III Top 25 rankings—a position they’ve held three weeks in a row.
UMW achieves top 10 U.S. News ranking of national public liberal arts colleges
The school ranks No. 132 nationwide, according to publication.
UMW’s new Academy of Technology and Innovation offers a learning lab for area students
The ATI program, housed at UMW’s Stafford campus, specializes in creating personalized opportunities and pathways for high school students.
UMW president listed in Virginia 500
Paino recognized for leadership, influence.
WATCH: Showing prospective students the UMW campus
As UMW students return to campus, their journey here most likely began with a campus visit.
Newest Eagles leave parents’ nests, settle in as UMW freshmen
The University of Mary Washington held move-in day on Wednesday for its incoming freshman class.
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