University Dining is seeking a few volunteers to help serve the free Late-Night Breakfast that will be offered to all students on the first night of final exams, Monday, April 29th, between 9:30 pm and 10:30pm. Several hundred students are expected to attend, so the Dining team could use some extra help to expedite service. It’s also a lot of fun for the students to get their breakfast munchies served by members of UMW’s faculty and staff! Volunteers are asked to arrive at 9:15 pm and serve until 10:30pm. If you would like to sign up, contact Rose Benedict at rbenedic@umw.edu.
Toulouse-Lautrec, Ukiyo-e Prints from Melchers’ Collection On View Through April 30
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was among the most famous artists to create lithographs. As a leader in taking an innovative approach to this medium, he composed with broad, flat areas of color and curvilinear lines that enliven the scenes. Lautrec patronized the cabarets and dance halls he depicted, illustrating popular performers and nightlife in Paris in the 1890s.
Ukiyo-e prints were made by artists in Japan during the Edo Period (1615–1868) and depict scenes of daily activities and entertainments. They were widely collected in Japan, and by western artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec in the 19th century. The subjects, vivid colors and patterns, cropped forms, and compressed illusion of space inspired these artists to feature these characteristics in their own work.
These prints were amid the artistic context Gari Melchers encountered in Paris in the 1890s. See how his works of art show similar elements of color, pattern, composition and bold expression. On view at Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont through April 30.
ODR Testing Center Services Available to Students
Dear Faculty,
As the end of the semester nears, we wanted to take a brief moment to remind you of the accommodated testing supports available in the Office of Disability Resources.
If you have students who need accommodated final exams (e.g. extra time, quiet location, assistive technology etc.), and are not able to provide accommodations directly yourself (or if it would just be easier to work through us); please have your students schedule their exams with us as soon as possible.
Please note that students must make the appointment through their Accommodate portal as soon as they are able. Instructors cannot make these appointments on their behalf.
You can direct your students to this Exam Scheduling Walkthrough document for assistance.
Lastly, we will do all that we can to accommodate students with the fixed testing capacity we have. Therefore we may not be able to arrange last minute exams. We are also unable to schedule walk-ins for testing services.
If you have any questions, or want to talk through any part of our process, please direct those questions to us at odr@umw.edu or odrtesting@umw.edu.
Sincerely,
The Office of Disability Resources
Seacobeck 005
540-654-1266
odr@umw.edu
HCC Mediawall Seeking Student Submissions
The HCC Mediawall is seeking digital art submissions from UMW students for an exhibit that will run on the Mediawall during Research & Creativity Day, April 26, 2024.
Submissions must be received by April 20 to be considered. Students can find out more and submit their work at umwmediawall.com
Graduating Seniors Get a Free UMW Branded Padfolio
Graduating seniors can pick up their free UMW branded padfolio courtesy of the Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD) at the Cedric Rucker University Center Lobby April 19th, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.; April 22nd, 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.; April 23rd, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Students graduating in May of 2024 can pick up their padfolio in person. Students must present Eagle One and can only pick up their own gift.
Sharing Sad News in the Passing of Professor Emeritus of English Dan Dervin
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Professor Emeritus of English Dan Dervin.
Dan joined Mary Washington in 1967 and was known in and out of the classroom, particularly as the professor who traveled by bicycle. He published nine books with numerous articles in academic journals, even after his retirement. Topics included Shaw and Lawrence, Freud and cinema, creativity and culture, and most recently in 2018, The Digital Child. He also is remembered as an avid and very talented tennis player, as well as one of Fredericksburg’s long-time book reviewers for The Free Lance-Star.
Fellow book reviewer and UMW alumnus Drew Gallagher ’92 shared a tribute to Dan earlier this month, noting that Dan was the “most prolific book reviewer in the history of The Free Lance-Star.” According to Drew, he seemed to be on a never-ending quest to read everything. As a result, his reviews and his contributions spanned decades and connected with so many authors and readers.
He was known to have a book with him always, even late into his life. He passed away at his home in Florida at the age of 89.
Dan will be remembered by many readers particularly on the Mary Washington campus.
Sharing Sad News in the Passing of Mary Beth Conrad
Mary Beth Conrad, who spent nearly 10 years working with UMW’s Advancement team, passed away on on April 8, 2024. Read more.
Water Outage in Woodard and Seacobeck Halls, April 4
Campus Community,
The water in Woodard and Seacobeck Halls has been turned off this morning, April 4, due to a water main break. The work to repair the water line begins at 9 a.m. and is expected to take up to 12 hours today. We will update campus when the water service resumes.
The Eagle’s Nest is closed today, April 4.
The buildings remain open for classes and activities, but restrooms will be unavailable. Water and restrooms are available in adjacent buildings, including Simpson Library and the Cedric Rucker University Center.
For questions, contact Executive Director of Facilities Operations Brian Gorham.
Second Annual Concert in the Amphitheater, April 6
Please join SAE and Eagles in Recovery for an eclectic musical experience Saturday, April 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring drum and bass with DJ Christian Zammas, Americana Roots music with folk duo Jacob Pembleton and Jiamie Pyles, as well as an impromptu talent show with possible poetry, dance and other musical performances. There will be free coffee and herbal tea served from the Eagles in Recovery coffee bike as well as free books up for grabs from Fredericksburg Book Mobile. This is a free event and all are welcome!
Women’s Leadership Colloquium Coffee Talk, April 9
Retta Young
The next Coffee Talk presented by the Women’s Leadership Colloquium will take place on Tuesday, April 9, from 8 to 9 a.m. at *718 Venue, 718 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Parking is available at Riverfront Park, George Street Lot and Sophia Street Parking Deck. Street parking is also available along Caroline Street. Register for the April Coffee Talk.
*Please note: The location for April’s Coffee Talk is 718 Venue in Fredericksburg. The event space has been graciously donated by Joy Crump, Founding Partner & Executive Chef, and Beth Black, Founding Partner, of Foode + Mercantile and 718 Venue. Attendees will receive a 10% discount on coffee from Italian Station when they mention they are there for the Coffee Talk session.
The session, titled “Rising Strong: Navigating Life’s Challenges with Resilience,” will be presented by Retta Young, owner and senior advisor of Assisted Living Locators.
We all face challenges and adversity in our lives, and it can feel difficult (sometimes impossible) to pick ourselves up and push through after a setback. In this session we’ll discuss how to recover our strength and faith in ourselves in order to navigate life’s challenges with resilience!
Originally hailing from Long Island, New York, Retta boasts a distinguished 22-year career in the federal government. Her journey began as a Budget Analyst, and she steadily climbed the ranks, assuming pivotal roles such as Contract Specialist, Supervisor Senior Contract Specialist, Deputy Director, and ultimately, Director of Acquisitions.
Retta’s career in federal government continued with the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) until 2022, where she contributed her skills to the Financial Management & Budget Office Division. In 2022, she embarked on a new chapter, pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams by becoming a franchise owner and Senior Living Advisor for Assisted Living Locators.