A Newsletter for UMW Faculty and Staff
Professor of Political Science and International Affairs and Director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies Stephen Farnsworth was quoted in a Yahoo News article titled “Trump suggests he may endorse Earle-Sears for VA governor.” In the article, Farnsworth noted that Trump often endorses candidates he views as likely winners, and told the news […]
As UMW’s Student Experience Manager in the Center for Career and Professional Development, Emily Burke believes our students are what truly set us apart. A proud alumna herself, Emily is passionate about helping students grow — before they arrive on campus, while they’re here, and long after they graduate. From coordinating our Career & Internship Fair […]
Director of Design Services and Multimedia Manager Maria Schultz was quoted in the Northern Neck Electric Cooperative Living publication in an article titled “The Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer.”Shultz, who is also a certified canine fitness trainer, made recommendations to consider before committing to bring your cat or dog along for a family trip. Read […]
Associate Professor Brenta Blevins in the Department of English & Linguistics has recently published two book chapters exploring literacy pedagogy in the context of emerging technologies.Her chapter, “A Generative AI (GAI) Writing Pedagogy: How Composition Pedagogy Can Inform the GAI Turn,” appears in the 2025 Routledge collection Rethinking Writing Education in the Age of Generative […]
Professor of Historic Preservation Michael Spencer was quoted in The New York Times in a story examining President Trump’s plans to renovate the White House with a proposed new ballroom. “In most cases, you’re not going to have a lot of binding obligations to historic buildings,” Spencer noted, addressing preservation concerns related to federal properties. […]
Director of Continuing and Professional Studies Teresa Segelken has been selected for the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Class of 2026. The program brings together a cohort of 33 established and emerging leaders from across the region for a year-long curriculum in leadership development and community engagement. Participants represent a range of industries and […]
Chris Williams, assistant director of the James Farmer Multicultural Center and a member of the Recording Academy, was featured in VPM discussing the use of campaign music by Virginia gubernatorial candidates. Williams noted that the music selected by Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears “signals that she has her own plans and own future,” reflecting strategic messaging […]
Director of the Office of TIX & ADA Compliance Ruth Davison and Director of the Office of Disability Resources Alex Ecklund had a program selected for the 2025 national conference of the Association on Higher Education and Disability in Denver, CO.Their presentation entitled “One Campus’ Journey to Improve Accessibility Across Indoor and Outdoor Spaces” focused […]
Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication and Digital Studies Anand Rao presented “Building Chatbots for AI Literacy” at the AI Ready RVA Teacher & AI Summer Workshop in Richmond. The two-day event brought together educators focused on integrating artificial intelligence into classrooms in responsible and engaging ways. Rao shared insights from his work […]
Professor of History and American Studies Krystyn Moon was featured in an article in Style Weekly titled “Race and Place.” The article highlights Moon’s upcoming talk at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture on Thursday, August 7, where she will discuss her new book, Proximity to Power: Rethinking Race and Place in Alexandria, Virginia. […]
