Category: Professional Notes

Singh Reflects on America at 250 in FXBG Advance Column

Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs Ranjit Singh authored a column for the FXBG Advance examining how the United States has changed since the nation’s Bicentennial in 1976. In the article, titled “Let Us Become a ‘Normal’ Country Before We Do Even More Damage,” Singh reflects on the nation’s political and social evolution […]

Farnsworth Featured in Free Lance-Star, Newsweek & More

Professor Emeritus of Political Science Stephen Farnsworth was featured by the Free Lance-Star, Newsweek and other outlets this month. In an article from the Free Lance-Star, titled “After budget impasse, business as usual for Virginia Democrats, analysts say,” Farnsworth was quoted as saying, “This really is a split decision. Neither side is very happy, but […]

Bonds and UMW Students Author Commentary on Data Center Water Use

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds, along with UMW students Braderick Hatch and Fiona Steffens, authored a commentary published by Virginia Mercury and Rappahannock News titled “Four Va. counties will pump almost 20 million gallons of water a day to Amazon. Cause for concern?”The article examines agreements between four Virginia localities and Amazon to supply nearly […]

Towery Awarded by Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce

Executive Director of the Academy of Technology and Innovation (ATI) at UMW Rebecca Towery was awarded this month by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce during the 2nd Annual Educator Excellence Brunch & Awards. She received the Visionary Leadership Award.This event was an opportunity to recognize and celebrate educators who shape the future of our […]