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UMW Libraries’ Special Collections & University Archives Interviewed on WVTF

UMW Libraries’ Special Collections and University Archives team was recently interviewed by WVTF Radio IQ, an NPR affiliate, about their new initiative, Call to Contribute. The librarians are compiling an archive of COVID-19-related content.When the school year ends, many teachers and staff take a break, but at the University of Mary Washington, three librarians are […]

Wilson Discusses Trauma, Virginia Beach Shooting Anniversary

Associate Professor of Psychology Laura Wilson spoke with WHRO Public Media, an NPR affiliate in Norfolk, about the anniversary of the Virginia Beach mass shooting on May 31 and the process of recovery for survivors.People work through trauma in different ways, said Laura Wilson, a psychology professor at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg. […]

Richardson Column in The Free Lance-Star

College of Business Dean Lynne Richardson’s weekly column in The Free Lance-Star discusses the importance of making sure outsiders who do business with your organization understand your terminology. Read JARGON IN THE WORKPLACE.  Several years ago, we began a mentoring program in my business school. Students requested an alumni mentor, and we had a stable of […]

Harris Speaks to ‘Town Talk’ about UMW Museums

University of Mary Washington Museums Executive Director Scott Harris recently spoke to Ted Schubel of ‘Town Talk’ on WFVA 1230 about the impact of the pandemic on the James Monroe Museum and Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Closed since March and unlikely to open until August, both museums are offering new and innovative online programming. […]

Farnsworth Comments in the Regional and National News

Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, has been quoted in several regional and national news stories:Trump’s sales pitch: I’ve got a list for you (Politico)An Early Look at the 2021 Gubernatorial Race (WVTF)Study: COVID-19 Deaths Concentrated in Urban Areas Represented by Democrats (US News […]