Category: What’s New @ UMW

UMW Students Get Ahead with Complimentary “Intro to AI” Course this Summer

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we learn, work and communicate – but many students, like much of society, aren’t sure how to use it effectively or responsibly.That’s why the University of Mary Washington is launching a complimentary one-credit course that gives students the tools to understand and apply AI in an effective and ethical […]

Impact Grant Supports Eagles in Recovery’s Substance-Free Mission

This month, Devin Walsh, the University of Mary Washington’s peer recovery specialist, marks off some significant milestones.Two years ago in May, he committed to a life of sobriety, and the following spring, he began training to help others overcome their own struggles with substances and alcohol, which can often make it challenging for college students […]

Surprising Twists – and Paris – Put UMW Senior on a Path to Success

There’s a bit of a cosmopolitan thread that runs through University of Mary Washington senior Brianna Kenealy’s college career. It’s called “Paris.”She first visited with her family the summer before sophomore year, returned on a faculty-led trip as a junior, then wrapped it all up with a stint at the American Business School of Paris […]

UMW Names New Vice President for Student Affairs

Mike Walsh, a dedicated student affairs leader and champion for the student experience, has been named vice president for student affairs at the University of Mary Washington. With work spanning five universities of varied missions and magnitudes, he brings a focus on the foundation of care for all learners to succeed and make a difference […]

Eagle Awards Recognize Out-of-this-World Dedication to Community and Excellence

University of Mary Washington Vice President for Student Affairs Juliette Landphair summed up the spirit of this year’s Eagle Awards ceremony with a quote from the epic space saga Star Wars.“Good intentions aren’t enough,” Landphair said, quoting Princess Leia during the April 17 event. “They’re not meaningless, but that’s where we have to start. Not where […]