Category: What’s New @ UMW

UMW Undergraduate Business Program Recognized in Poets&Quants

The University of Mary Washington has once again been named in the top 100 Poets&Quants Best Undergraduate Business Schools, released March 23.The 2026 list recognizes 110 universities based on admissions standards, academic experience and career outcomes, drawing on institutional data and alumni feedback. UMW’s placement at 84th reflects the strength of its academic curriculum, student […]

UMW Alumnus Lou Marmo ’94 Named 2026 Commencement Speaker

From the classroom to the C‑suite, Lou Marmo’s career has been defined by adaptability and decisive leadership. The University of Mary Washington alumnus and 2026 Commencement speaker will return to campus on Saturday, May 9, 2026, to share lessons drawn from his journey as an executive, husband and dad. These insights, he hopes, will guide […]

‘Braver Angels’ Debate at UMW Encourages Dialogue, Embraces Differences

Zoe Rapp’s sentiments about social media were met with soft finger snaps of approval last week during a different kind of debate at the University of Mary Washington.Part of a national movement to support civil discourse by embracing the power of dialogue, the “Braver Angels” debate format favors consensus over competition and fosters the understanding […]