James Monroe graduate was diagnosed with severe ulcerative colitis, which held her down until she tried a new therapy last year.
Back on track: UMW’s Deane returns to form after illness sidelined her for three years
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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.
JLARC: UMW among 7 higher ed institutions facing viability risks
Report states enrollment has declined 20% over past decade; graduation rates ‘higher than predicted.’
Press Rewind, Aug. 18-24
A change in ownership of a downtown fixture, a busy week in King George and move-in day at UMW highlight this week’s edition of Press Rewind.
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.
Just a ‘couple’ of MBAs: Stafford’s Holts juggle family, jobs to earn graduate degrees
Stafford couple graduated from the University of Mary Washington on Saturday with matching masters in business administration degrees.
UMW Class of 2024 earns a degree of redemption with commencement
Commencement speaker, UMW alumnus Mark McClure, shared his experiences as Major League Soccer’s vice president of technical operations.
UMW announces increases in tuition and fees
The increases, which include a 2% rise in tuition, will go into effect for the upcoming fall semester.
UMW Multicultural Fair offers campus community ‘a global experience’
Entering its 34th year, annual gathering expected to draw thousands to UMW’s campus.
UMW set to graduate this weekend
By MARTY MORRISON / University of Mary Washington More than 5,000 family and friends will converge on the Fredericksburg campus this weekend to celebrate the University of Mary Washington’s 106th commencement. On Friday, May 12, John D. Burrow, a deputy assistant...
NSF grants UMW $1 million for STEM program
The five-year grant, totaling $996,216, will fund a new Jepson Scholars Program.
UMW Adopts Peace Corps Prep Program
The program will help prepare UMW students to be among the most viable contenders for the Peace Corps.
UMW President Stars as “The New Guy” in Video Series
The series will debut in advance of Troy Paino’s April 21 inauguration.
UMW Ranked Top in Virginia for Student Debt Repayment Success
The university also ranked 44th in the nation.
City Council Approves UMW Jewish Student Center
UMW will address parking concerns by building a parking lot across the street.
UMW Jewish Student Center Public Hearing Set
Larry Silver of Silver Companies wants to build the center for the university.
News Briefs 03/02/17
A roundup of local business, nonprofit, school, and government news.
UMW Administration Responds to Student Outcry Over Hateful Note
An article in the student newspaper led to “widespread public outcry.”
idX Corporation to Invest $7.2M, Create 150 Jobs in Spotsylvania
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with Spotsylvania County and the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance to secure the project.
Avery Ballet Welcomes Margaret Howe to Teaching Staff
Howe has been dancing in the area for 11 years.
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