Professor of Historic Preservation Michael Spencer was quoted in Daily Kos in an article titled “Move over, France: Trump wants his own Arc de Triomphe.” The piece explores reports that the President is considering a large-scale commemorative structure in Washington, D.C., raising questions about preservation and planning.Spencer noted the tension between preservation principles and political […]
Associate Professor of Economics Amrita Dhar was featured in The Free Lance-Star in an article titled “UMW brings financial lessons to schools.” The story highlights Dhar’s leadership as director of the University of Mary Washington’s Center for Economic Education, which is expanding its reach across the Fredericksburg region.Dhar collaborates with superintendents, principals and teachers in […]
Professor of Political Science and Director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies Stephen Farnsworth recently presented a keynote online lecture, “Shaping Tomorrow Today: Politics and Health Care Policy in Virginia in 2025,” at the Annual Conference of the Virginia Nurses Association. Richmond.Media mentions for Farnsworth include: They Were Rising Democratic Stars. Then […]
Head of Special Collections & University Archives Emerita Carolyn Parsons was recently elected Regional Coordinator for the Jane Austen Society of North America’s (JASNA) Central Virginia region. This year marks the 250th anniversary of Austen’s birth and the organization is providing free membership to all interested students through December. The JASMA annual conference, Jane Austen […]
Holly Chichester-Morby loves her job, and it shows. As UMW’s Director of Landscape and Grounds, she’s happiest working outdoors, getting her hands dirty, and caring for the campus she calls home. The annual Tree Festival is one of her favorite events, celebrating UMW’s designation as a Tree Campus and the community’s shared love of the […]
