It’s the university’s seventh year on the list.
UMW Offers “Refresh Your MBA” Seminar Series
The seven seminars are open to anyone interested in broadening their business skills.
UMW’s Salvatore “Torre” Meringolo Announces Retirement
Meringolo has served at the University of Mary Washington since 2009.
UMW Renames, Begins Restoration of Century-Old Amphitheatre
The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation has also announced a $125,000 challenge gift for the restoration project.
40 Percent of Workers Commute Outside Region, UMW Study Shows
The estimated number of area commuters is 61,639.
Grace Mann Murder Trial Begins May 2
Steven Vander Briel’s attorney plans an insanity defense.
Trial Date Set in Grace Mann Homicide Case
The trail by jury date was set for May 2 – 4, 2016.
UMW Board of Visitors Establishes Grace Mann Launch Award
To help the recipient “into their post-college life, as they pursue their goals and promote equality and/or advocate for victims.”
UMW Dedicates Hurley Convergence Center, Unveils Presidential Portrait
The honors were for President Richard V. Hurley, who is retiring in June.
UMW Aims for a Guinness World Record
The challenge will be to have on hand more than 432 pairs of jumping high-fivers, in honor of the high-fiving president.
No Guinness World Record for UMW
UMW had planned to honor retiring President Richard Hurley with a Guinness World Record for high fives.
UMW Named A 2015 Tree Campus USA
The Arbor Day Foundation honored UMW for its work in practicing and promoting conservation on campus.
Local Business Briefs 3/17/16
News from the University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber, Country Cookin and Wawa.
UMW to Honor 108th Anniversary with Campanile Bell Ringing
The bells will ring 108 times at 1:08 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2016.
Hugh Mercer Elementary Parent Teacher Basketball Game
This annual event is an important fundraiser for the Hugh Mercer PTA.
UMW Establishes Athletic Endowment, Names Arena for Ron Rosner
The arena will be dedicated on December 16 during halftime of the UMW’s men’s basketball game against Virginia Wesleyan College.
Food Truck Now Part of UMW’s Dining Options
Eatz on the Street was created in response to menu samplings and a student wish list.
Speakers Overwhelmingly Support Washington Avenue Mall Tree Plan
Additional public comment is being accepted through February 15, 2016.
Troy D. Paino Named UMW’s Tenth President
Paino will begin his tenure on July 1, 2016.
Top 10 UMW Stories of 2015
Ten of the most read 2015 stories about the University of Mary Washington (UMW).