On what was described as “a beautiful spring day in the middle of fall,” thunder could be heard yesterday during a ceremony dedicating University of Mary Washington’s James Farmer Hall.As Dr. James L. Farmer Jr. was remembered by numerous speakers – professors, current UMW students, members of the UMW Board of Visitors (BOV), and former […]
John Blankenship’s passion for historic preservation is personal. A member of Virginia’s Patawomeck Indian Tribe, he’s always been interested in learning about his family tree and the roots his ancestors laid along the Potomac River.“Since I was young, I’ve wanted to ensure that the people and events of the past are remembered,” he said, “and […]
For Sarah Repko ’19, home is where you never feel alone, no matter who’s around. It’s where you have a sense of peace, comfort and community.That’s what Repko found at the University of Mary Washington, and that’s what she found nearly 4,000 miles away in Bilbao, Spain. There, she’s earning a master’s degree in international […]
When Lauren Harford and Daisy Jennings arrived at the University of Mary Washington last summer, a small gesture made a big difference. Center for International Education (CIE) Director Jose Sainz personally escorted the roommates to purchase a few English comforts – a kettle, tea and biscuits – after an unexpected doctor’s visit for Harford.“I’m beyond […]
The University of Mary Washington, a member school of the Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education, co-hosts the Military Resource Expo on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center (2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy., Fredericksburg, VA 22401).Information on careers, education (including UMW’s Bachelor of Liberal Studies program), scholarships and […]
