As an associate writing professor, Jessica McCaughey ’01 helps undergraduate students process through prose about their study abroad experiences to Portugal, Australia, Taiwan and other countries across the globe.“I didn’t have a chance to study abroad in college, so I live vicariously through their adventures,” said McCaughey, who was a first-generation student while earning a […]
A uniquely University of Mary Washington celebration, Devil-Goat Day pits students graduating in odd years (Devils) against those graduating in even years (Goats). Over the decades, the friendly rivalry has transformed into a lively contest of fun and games to celebrate the end of the academic year and give students a respite before final exams.With […]
As the spring semester takes off, the University of Mary Washington is moving its mission forward while looking back on a landmark year defined by record-breaking philanthropy and numerous national rankings.UMW’s 2024-25 Year in Review publication showcases these achievements and highlights student research, athletics, the arts and so much more.U.S. News & World Report put Mary […]
When Mallory Thompson ’26 was interviewed for the Rae Elizabeth Smith ’59 Washington Scholarship, she asked the committee what experiences she shouldn’t miss out on as a University of Mary Washington student.“They told me, unanimously, that I should study abroad,” said Thompson, a senior biomedical sciences major from Spotsylvania who went on to earn the […]
On Giving Tuesday this week, 540* UMW alumni, family members, faculty, staff, and friends chose to support the University’s mission, students, and programs on Giving Tuesday. These donors made 609* gifts, totaling over $174,749,* that will go to work immediately for current and future Eagles. (*preliminary Giving Tuesday totals)It’s not too late to join donors, like Paddy […]
