Start your morning with meaningful conversation, fresh perspectives, and connections that energize your professional journey. The Women’s Leadership Colloquium Coffee Talk this April will be on Affirmation & Handling Emotional Fatigue.

Anyone is welcome to join Tuesday, April 14 from 8 to 9 a.m. at 718 Venue on 718 Caroline Street in Fredericksburg. This session will explore what emotional fatigue looks and feels like, why it’s common now, and most importantly, what we can do about it. The speaker is former President of Germanna Community College and consultant Dr. Janet Gullickson.

Learn more about the session and register to attend.

A free Lunch & Learn cupcake decorating workshop with Beth Wiggington of Beth’s Mad Batter will be held Wednesday, April 15, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gourley Living Room (second floor of the Cedric Rucker University Center).

Participants will receive hands-on instruction and tips for creating show-stopping cupcakes, with the opportunity to decorate two cupcakes and enjoy a light lunch featuring local and/or sustainable ingredients. The event will begin promptly at 11:15 a.m.

Reservations are strongly encouraged to guarantee a seat, though walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. Those with food allergies are asked to include that information when registering.

For more information or to reserve a spot, contact Rose Benedict at rbenedic@umw.edu or 540-654-2169.

The final Mary Talk of the season will feature Associate Professor of History Jason Sellers in a talk titled “Prompt in Action at the First Semblance of Danger: Fredericksburg in the American Revolution.” Sellers will explore how the city played a pivotal — yet often overlooked — role during the Revolutionary era.

While Fredericksburg was never the site of a major battle, it served as a hub for manufacturing weapons, shaping political ideas, and preparing soldiers for war. The presentation will examine why the city became such an important staging ground while remaining largely untouched by enemy forces.

Learn more and register to attend live or access the recording afterward.

UMW Campus Community,

We’re excited to invite you to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new theatre on campus, Thursday, April 16, at 4:30 p.m. on site adjacent to the Bell Tower. Be a part of marking this exciting milestone for the arts at UMW as we celebrate the future academic home of UMW Theatre – a space that will inspire creativity, learning, and performance for generations to come.

We’ll gather at Jefferson Square and convene at the top of the hill near the Bell Tower (rain location, Dodd Auditorium). Remarks and the ceremonial groundbreaking will begin at 4:45 p.m. and will be followed by light refreshments.

If you plan to attend, please RSVP by April 10 to advance@umw.edu or (540)654-1024.

The 2026 Eagle Awards will be held Thursday, April 16 in Cedric Rucker University Center Chandler Ballroom.

Nominate a student, club or event today!

Save the date and get ready to celebrate the historic season for UMW Men’s Basketball!

Plans are underway for a city-wide Fan Fest Event on the afternoon of Saturday, April 18, bringing together the campus community, fans and families to honor an unforgettable season that culminated in a National Championship victory for the Eagles!

In response to strong interest, national championship merchandise will be available soon through the UMW Bookstore. Those who missed picking up a shirt at the watch party or game can purchase items through the NCAA online shop or look for additional limited-edition merchandise and giveaways at the upcoming Fan Fest event on April 18.

Additional details will be shared soon — stay tuned as the celebration plans come together!

The UMW community is invited to celebrate Earth Day 2026 on Wednesday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Ball Circle. This free, public event will feature a day of activities focused on sustainability both on and off campus.

Attendees can explore interactive exhibits, connect with campus and community organizations through sustainability tabling, and learn from student-led initiatives highlighting environmental awareness and action. Stop by throughout the day to take part in the celebration!

 

Please join us as we celebrate Lynda Worthy, who is retiring after 25 years of service at UMW. Lynda began her career at UMW in 2001 as Student Accounts Assistant Manager and became Payroll Manager in 2003.

It’s been quite a journey! She has skillfully navigated numerous changes and guided her department through them with great success. She was part of the Banner implementation in 2004 and played a key role in the MyTime project, replacing manual processes with a digital solution. As Payroll Manager, she has worked with every department on campus. We are tremendously grateful for Lynda’s years of dedication to UMW.

Please stop by to wish Lynda a fond farewell, as she begins her next journey!

Retirement Celebration:
Date: Wednesday, April 22
Time: Any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Where: Eagle Village 480, Conference Room