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Moon Quoted in ‘Alexandria Now’ on Housing Inequity

Professor of History and American Studies Krystyn Moon spoke to Alexandria Now for an article titled “Despite flurry of new apartments, experts say Alexandria has a housing shortage.” Moon said racial covenants in neighborhoods started later in Alexandria than in other places and that housing started shifting dramatically in the 60s with the passage of […]

Labor Day Activities in Fredericksburg, Sept. 1 to 4

Labor Day celebrates the workforce in the United States, and rewards the workers’ diligence and determination. In other words, you deserve a Monday off! Here are some activities planned for this Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1 to 4. Around the Town Trolley – If you have ever spent time in downtown Fredericksburg, you have almost certainly […]

Special University Dining Events, Sept. 5 and 6

Half Price LunchUniversity Dining is offering a Faculty and Staff Appreciation Half-Price Lunch on Tuesday, Sept. 5, in the Restaurants at the Top of the CRUC.  All members of the University’s faculty and staff may enjoy lunch between 11 am and 2 pm for only $3.25, – 50% off the current faculty and staff rate! […]

Lorentzen Presents, Delivers Roundtable Discussion at Dickens Society Symposium

Professor of English Eric G. Lorentzen presented a paper entitled “The Sights/Sites of Dickens in 2023: Literary Tourism, Cultural Studies, and the University Literature Classroom” at the recent Dickens Society Symposium in Rochester (RIT). The talk included research he conducted in museums and other literary sites across England, as well as the pedagogical methodologies involved […]

Latino Identities Month Kick-Off Celebration, Sept. 15

UMW’s Latino Identities Month Kick-off Celebration will take place Friday, Sept. 15, at 4 p.m., in front of Lee Hall. Rain location: Chandler Ballroom, Cedric Rucker University Center.Join us for an exciting event filled with food, music, and craft vendors! Meet our vibrant community as we kick off this celebration of togetherness and cultural diversity. […]