The University of Mary Washington Center for Historic Preservation is proud to award its 2023 Book Prize to Heritage and Hoop Skirts: How Natchez Created the Old South by Paul Hardin Kapp. Heritage and Hoop Skirts is a well-researched book that examines how the women of Natchez, Mississippi, underpinned a flagging Depression-era economy through an […]
As more than 1,000 Class of 2023 graduates crossed the stage at UMW’s Commencement to the applause of hundreds of faculty and thousands of family and friends, two students and two faculty received top-of-class honors.Graduates Hannah Harris and Riley Smith earned the Colgate W. Darden Jr. Award for Academic Achievement for completing their degrees with the highest […]
The University of Mary Washington is proud of every student graduating this year. UMW is committed to providing a college experience that focuses on what matters most to each individual. As this year’s seniors spread their wings to explore life after Mary Washington, read about some of UMW’s 2023 Superstars, their accomplishments and the people who […]
Faculty members who have served the University of Mary Washington for at least 15 years and who have attained the rank of professor or associate professor are eligible to be considered for emeritus status. This honor, by action of the Board of Visitors, is bestowed this year upon the following distinguished member of the faculty. […]
The newest Eagles have landed at the University of Mary Washington, as May 1 marked the annual college decision day.For the incoming cohort in fall 2023, UMW has named two Washington Scholars and three Alvey Scholars, offering full scholarships to these exceptional students. In addition to earning the scholarships, which are renewable for four years […]
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