Author: Hilary Kanter

Al-Tikriti speaks at UC San Diego and Soka University

On Dec. 1, Prof. Nabil Al-Tikriti of the Department of History and American Students spoke to students at the University of California-San Diego about his experiences as a relief worker, the ideals of medical humanitarianism, and the challenges faced by medical NGOs. The next day, Al-Tikriti spoke to students and faculty about the same topics […]

Free Admission to Cultural Resources

While you are unwinding during the holiday break, bring the whole family for a visit to The James Monroe Museum, and to the Gari Melchers Home and Studio! Both sites are extending free admission to include the immediate family members of current faculty and staff during the break from December 16-January 2. All faculty and […]

Farnsworth Delivers Washington Lecture to Delegation from Norway

Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, recently delivered a Washington lecture entitled, “The Trump Presidency, the Mass Media and Public Opinion,”  as part of the Norwegian Washington seminar. The lecture was part of an annual international program bringing and the country’s leaders in politics, […]

Al-Tikriti speaks on Panels at Capitol Hill, Smithsonian and MESA Conference

On November 16, Middle East History Associate Professor Dr. Nabil Al-Tikriti spoke on a panel sponsored by the Council for American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC). Entitled “The Situation in Mosul,” the panel took place at the Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill.  Introduced by CAORC Executive Director Rick Spees, Prof. Al-Tikriti joined Drs. Alda […]

Eagle Awards Committee Members Needed

The Center for Honor, Leadership, & Service cordially invites you to serve on the 2017-2018 UMW Eagle Awards Selection Committee.UMW annually recognizes outstanding student leaders, clubs and organizations, and programs that have made a significant contribution to the campus and outlying communities.  Recipients for these awards are nominated by faculty, staff, and students and will be selected by […]