The Office of Student Involvement and the Inter Club Association invite faculty, staff and students to the Chandler Ballroom in the University Center for tomorrow’s annual free BBQ and Bluegrass event from 4-6 p.m.
Eagle Awards Presented to UMW Leaders
University of Mary Washington senior Megan Blosser was recognized with the inaugural Grace Mann Launch Award at the annual Eagle Awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 20, in the University Center’s Chandler Ballroom.
First Named Room in Hurley Convergence Center
Torre Meringolo,Chris Marquardt, and Zach Hatcher in front of the newly named Swift Collaboration Room in the Hurley Convergence Center.
The UMW Board of Visitors recognized the continued generosity of the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications, Inc. (SWIFT) on Friday, April 15, 2016, by naming the SWIFT Collaboration Room inside the Hurley Convergence Center.
Celebrate Dean Rucker in Richmond
Please join us in congratulating Dean Cedric Rucker on the eve of being awarded the Richmond Public Schools (RPS) Living Legend Distinction.
Excellent Eagle Employee Nominations
Nominate your co-workers, supervisor or employees for the Excellent Eagle Employee award.
Staff Advisory News
Did you know? Anyone can come to the SAC meetings to hear what is discussed and listen to the guest speakers!
Share Inspiring Senior Stories
The Office of Media and Public Relations is sharing graduating senior story ideas with local and regional news media to promote the success of our graduates. The stories will also be considered for future features on the UMW website.
UMW Athletics Kicks Off Division III Week With Sports Day at Children’s Museum
The University of Mary Washington athletic department kicked off NCAA Division III Week with an appearance by many student-athletes at the Children’s Museum of Richmond at the Fredericksburg location on April 1.
The student-athletes played with a large group of children in attendance at various games. Division III Week is a positive opportunity for all individuals associated with Division III to observe and celebrate the impact of athletics and of student-athletes on the campus and surrounding community.
“I’m so proud of our student-athletes for spending the day at the Children’s Museum”, said UMW Director of Athletics Ken Tyler. “They brightened the day for many children and once again made a difference in our community. It was a great way to kick of Division III Week and a great day to be an Eagle!”
Other events included daily testimonials from UMW student-athletes about what being a Division III student-athlete at Mary Washington means to them, a Fear2Freedom event in which student-athletes prepared care packages for sexual assault victims, and a guest speaker, Dr. Edmund Acevedo, who gave a presentation titled “Get in the Zone: The Psychology of Optimal Performance.”
Student-Athletes Hosted Fear 2 Freedom Event in Anderson Center April 6
On Wednesday, April 6, UMW students and student-athletes gathered in the Ron Rosner Arena to assemble essential after-care kits for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. The after-care kits will be distributed to Safe Harbor, Mary Washington Hospital, and RCASA.
The event began with Rosemary Trible, founder and President of Fear 2 Freedom, sharing her powerful and impactful story with the students in attendance. She urged them to stand up against sexual assault and help restore the joy among sexual assault survivors. Another survivor, Joe Belsterling, shared his journey as a survivor of sexual assault and encouraged not only the UMW students, but all people to talk about this issue and face it head on.
The after care kits assembled by UMW students included an appropriately sized t-shirt, sweatpants, and underwear, a toiletry kit, a pen and journal for adults and a toy for children, a “You Matter 2” Card, a Resource Card, a Freedom Bear, and a personal, handwritten note. After all of the kits were assembled, the students walked them outside the Anderson Center and into an ambulance for distribution.
Many UMW faculty/staff members were also in attendance for the support of sexual assault and abuse survivors. Director of Athletics, Ken Tyler, added, “I’m so proud of our student-athletes and staff for their leadership in this meaningful event. The University of Mary Washington knows what it means to “be the change” and I’m very glad UMW Athletics could make life a little better for victims tonight. What a great night to be an Eagle!”
Admissions Hosts Admitted Students on April 16
The Admissions Office will host Destination UMW on Saturday, April 16, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. with the goal of yielding admitted students for the 2016-2017 academic year. We are expecting more than 450 students and their families, with a total guest count of approximately 1,100 people.
Students will attend a sample lecture with a professor and a student engagement activity with current student leaders. Two tracks will offer an opportunity to message differently to students who have already committed to attend UMW in the fall and those who are still deciding among their college options.
Nearly one half of the students registered have already paid an enrollment fee and will receive their First-Year Seminar (FSEM) and residence hall assignments during the event.
A sample agenda is posted here: http://www.umw.edu/admissions/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2016/01/Tentative-Agenda.pdf
Visitor parking has been reserved in the George Washington (GW) lot and along Double Drive with overflow parking in the Parking Deck. Primary event locations are Dodd Auditorium, Lee Hall, Monroe Hall, Woodard Hall, the University Center and campus/residence hall tours. Expect to see increased foot traffic on campus and curious newcomers at the Top of the University Center (fourth floor), especially between noon and 2 p.m.
While the Office of Admissions sponsors these events, the entire campus assumes the role of host. Our guests frequently comment on how “friendly, helpful, and engaging” our UMW community is! Guests shared the following about what they enjoyed the most during their recent visits to campus:
• “People were genuinely enthused by the school and the environment around.”
• “The campus and the people there were inviting and organized.”
• “The excitement that the leaders showed and also President Hurley.”
• “My tour guide was incredible and made me feel at home on the campus.”
Their impression and decision to attend UMW depends on how they feel while they are here, so thank you for going the extra mile on these important recruitment days!
One way to show your support is to tweet to @UMWAdmissions and/or post to Instagram and tag @UMWAdmissions. We would like to see #DestinationUMW trending throughout the day.
The Office of Admissions appreciates your involvement in and support of these signature programs that shape the Class of 2020.