Mehdi Aminrazavi, professor of Philosophy and Religion and Co-Director of the Leidecker Center for Asian Studies, presented a paper entitled “The Pearls and Perils of Teaching the Prophetic Message Virtually” at the International Conference on Islamic E-Learning.Sponsored jointly by The Islamic College of London and Middlesex University, the conference was held in London on May […]
The University of Mary Washington is the only institution in Virginia and the District of Columbia to be named as a “best buy” in the prestigious Fiske Guide to Colleges. This is the fifth consecutive year for UMW to be awarded this distinction. “I am delighted that, once again, UMW is being recognized for the […]
James Monroe Museum Director Scott Harris was among 42 museum professionals from across the United States and three other countries participating in the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries Leadership Seminar held at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, June 23-27. Dynamic, engaging, highly interactive by design and interspersed with team and individual problem-solving exercises […]
Bruce O’Brien, professor of History and American Studies, is one of four national experts who served as an adviser for the Library of Congress’ exhibition “Magna Carta: Muse and Mentor” to celebrate the document’s 800th anniversary.The exhibition runs from Nov. 6, 2014, through Jan. 19, 2014, and will display one of only four surviving copies of […]
Congratulations to Betty Bradshaw, Associate Registrar for Administration and Enrollment, who has been selected as the Excellent Eagle Employee for the month of July. A parking spot of her choosing has been reserved for her through the end of the month.Here is what a coworker said about her:“Betty Bradshaw is an invaluable asset to UMW. […]
