Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds was selected by the Virginia Coalition for Open Government’s 2026 Laurence E. Richardson Citizen Award in recognition of his work to promote greater transparency in data center development and his efforts to include undergraduate students in research using the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
Angie Kemp, Head of Special Collections and Digital Scholarship at Simpson Library, has been awarded the 2026 Special Recognition Award from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc. (HFFI). The award honors individuals, groups or organizations that demonstrate notable leadership and initiative in support of preservation education in the Fredericksburg area and beyond.Kemp and her Special Collections […]
Adjunct Instructor of Historic Preservation Michelle Arcari Rose was featured by The Washington Post and MSN in an article titled “Trump shared renderings of the new Kennedy Center. It looks like the old one.” In the piece, Rose provides insight on the proposed design changes to the Kennedy Center. She notes that the updated design maintains […]
Associate Vice President for Alumni and Donor Engagement Mark Thaden and Executive Director of Annual Giving Shelby Orlando appeared on News Talk 1230 WFVA’s Town Talk recently to preview Mary Wash Day, a high-energy 24-hour giving event running from March 25 at noon to March 26 at noon.The event highlights the power of participation, with […]
Men’s Basketball Head Coach Marcus Kahn was featured by The Free Lance-Star in an article titled “UMW men’s basketball looks for second-ever Elite Eight appearance.” In the piece, Kahn reflects on the significance of hosting an NCAA Sweet 16 game for the first time in his coaching career. He highlights the advantage of playing at […]
