Author: University Communications

Duggins Selected for Leadership Fredericksburg Class of 2027

Director of Alumni Programs Phillip Duggins has been selected as a fellow in the Leadership Fredericksburg Class of 2027, according to The Free Lance-Star.The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce recently announced the members of its newest Leadership Fredericksburg class, which includes Duggins among the regional professionals selected for the program. Read more in The Free […]

McDonald Discusses Competitive Congressional Races in Newsweek

Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in a Newsweek article titled “Republicans Behind in Five Key Races They Haven’t Lost in Decades.”In the article, McDonald discussed Democratic leads in several congressional races traditionally held by Republicans. He said it is “a little surprising” that Democrats are leading in these races, but that a […]

Bonds Examines Virginia Groundwater Report in Commentary for Virginia Mercury

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds authored a commentary for Virginia Mercury titled “The Main Lesson from DEQ’s Groundwater Report: Va. Must Budget To Live Within Environmental Limits,” which was also published by FXBG Advance.In the piece, Bonds examines a recent Virginia Department of Environmental Quality report on groundwater availability, describing its findings as “alarming” and […]

Catullo Talks UMW Athletics on Town Talk

Director of Athletics Patrick Catullo appeared on News Talk 1230 WFVA’s Town Talk to discuss the latest from UMW Athletics.Catullo looked back on the Eagles’ historic NCAA Division III men’s basketball national championship this spring and highlighted the energy surrounding UMW Athletics heading into the new year. He also discussed opportunities for the community to […]

Singh Explores Access to Nature in FXBG Advance Commentary

Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs Ranjit Singh authored a commentary for FXBG Advance titled “This Land Is My Land? What Seeing Who Has Access to Nature Says About Us.”In the piece, Singh reflects on the natural landscape surrounding his family farm and explores broader questions about access to nature and what those […]