The UMW Eagle Pipe Band placed first among seven bands in the pipe band competition at the Meadows Highland Games and Celtic Festival in Doswell, Va. The October event concluded the band’s 2010 competition season.
Pittsburgh Pirates Chairman to Be UMW’s Executive-in-Residence
Robert Nutting, chairman of the board of the Pittsburgh Pirates and a newspaper and resort executive, has been selected as executive-in-residence at the University of Mary Washington for the fall semester.
Architect Wins Award at Women’s Colloquium
Architect Dana W.A. Herlong received the Patricia Lacey Metzger Distinguished Achievement Award during the 17th annual Leadership Colloquium for Professional Women at the University of Mary Washington on Thursday, November 4.
Architect Wins Award at Women’s Colloquium
Architect Dana W.A. Herlong received the Patricia Lacey Metzger Distinguished Achievement Award during the 17th annual Leadership Colloquium for Professional Women at the University of Mary Washington on Thursday, November 4.
UMW Graduates to Wear Sustainable Regalia
Next May, University of Mary Washington graduating students for the first time will don eco-friendly caps and gowns as part of the university’s ongoing move toward greater sustainability.
James Monroe Museum to Renovate Memorial Garden
The James Monroe Museum has announced plans to renovate its Memorial Garden by spring 2011 into a functional and beautiful space ideal for outdoor receptions and other events.
UMW Hosts Japanese Style Drumming Ensemble, Nov. 9-10
The Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble will bring the Japanese style of drumming known as taiko to the University of Mary Washington when the group gives a demonstration on Tuesday, November 9 and a concert on Wednesday, November 10.
UMW Psychologist Featured on Public Radio Show
University of Mary Washington Psychology Professor David A. Rettinger discusses his research into cheating during an interview scheduled to air on the "With Good Reason" public radio program beginning Saturday, November 6.
UMW Hosts Red Flag Campaign to Combat Dating Violence
A student club at the University of Mary Washington is leading an effort on the Fredericksburg campus to raise awareness of dating violence on college campuses.
UMW to Show Film, Discussion for Sexual Assault Awareness
The University of Mary Washington will hold a screening of âThe Girl with the Dragon Tattooâ and a panel discussion on Wednesday, October 27 at 5:30 p.m. in George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.