Author: Sarah Hertz Mahoney

UMW Police Department Earns Four-Year Reaccreditation

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The University of Mary Washington Police Department has earned another four years of accreditation from the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC), reaffirming the department’s adherence to professional standards and best practices.

The achievement marks the UMW Police Department’s second reaccreditation since earning initial accreditation in 2018 and reflects an ongoing commitment …

UMW Dedicates Turf Stadium Press Box in Honor of Longtime Athletics Leader

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The University of Mary Washington will dedicate the newly named Clint Often Press Box at the Battleground Athletic Complex on Saturday, Sept. 19, honoring Often’s three decades of service to UMW Athletics.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the Turf Stadium, followed by the Eagles’ field hockey game …

New Farmer Hall Displays Bring a Legacy to Life

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Visitors to James Farmer Hall can now learn more about the civil rights leader and longtime Mary Washington professor for whom the building is named through two new displays highlighting different facets of his life and legacy. The first-floor exhibits grew from an effort led by James Farmer Multicultural Director Marion Sanford, who …

UMW Earns National Recognition for Value, Future Readiness and Student Wellness

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The University of Mary Washington continues to earn national recognition this fall, with new rankings from Washington Monthly, TIME, Forbes and Niche highlighting UMW’s value, student experience and preparation for life after college.

In its 2026 College Guide, Washington Monthly, known for rankings that emphasize colleges’ contributions to students and the public good, ranked …