Professor of Political Science Stephen Farnsworth has been named a 2025 Fulbright Faculty Specialist to teach and share his professional expertise overseas. Farnsworth, who also directs the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at UMW, will travel to Near East University, Nicosia, Cyprus to serve this Fulbright assignment in summer 2025 to lecture on U.S. […]
The University of Mary Washington Galleries are bringing artistic inspiration to the campus this spring with two exciting exhibitions, each celebrating the collaborative power of art, community and creativity. On view from February 4 to March 23, 2025, these exhibits promise to engage visitors with their unique stories, innovative approaches and the collective spirit of […]
Laughter and shrieks of joy filled Fredericksburg’s Walker-Grant Center this week as preschoolers tore into vividly wrapped gift boxes, revealing colorful hats, gloves and toys featuring their favorite characters – Bluey, Spiderman, Barbie and Hello Ki…
The University of Mary Washington’s esports program took center stage in the gaming world as it hosted its first large-scale collegiate tournament late last month, transforming the Cedric Rucker University Center Chandler Ballroom into a lively digital arena. Whizzes, bangs and friendly banter rang out, as teams from across the mid-Atlantic gathered face-to-face to compete […]
The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), in collaboration with the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP), has allocated a grant of up to $150,000 to the University of Mary Washington. The funding will allow for the expansion of paid internships and work-based learning opportunities for students, enhancing their career readiness and academic growth.The UMW […]
