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Marymount students, faculty and staff earn awards for excellence and service during 2025-26 school year

Posted on June 3, 2026 (June 3, 2026) by adauches

As the 2025-26 school year draws to a close, Marymount University is proud to recognize the Saints who have made outstanding contributions to the University community through their dedication to service, excellence and education. Marymount Graduation Special Recognitions The following students received awards and commendations during the 2026 Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies, held at DAR Constitution Hall on May 17. They were selected by classmates […]

Marymount celebrates Class of 2026 at 75th Commencement ceremonies

Posted on May 28, 2026 by adauches

To close out the 2025-26 school year, Marymount University celebrated its 75th annual commencement ceremonies, honoring the achievements of the Class of 2026 during a series of events held May 16-17 at the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. This year a total of 847 students received degrees as part of the Class of 2026, […]

Marymount students embrace spirit of punk at 2026 Portfolio in Motion fashion show

Posted on May 15, 2026 by adauches

On May 1, members of the Marymount community gathered in the Lee Center for the School of Design and Art’s 2026 Portfolio in Motion (PIM) fashion show, a student-run production celebrating creativity, collaboration and innovation in fashion design. This year’s theme, “Punk in Motion,” showcased a modern and dynamic interpretation of punk’s rebellious spirit. “Inspired by punk’s history of self-expression, individuality, and […]

Promise and risk of artificial intelligence tackled at Marymount’s 2026 Bisson Lecture

Posted on May 11, 2026 by nmunson

Marymount University welcomed students, faculty and community members to its Ballston Center on April 21 for the 2026 Bisson Lecture, an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in society. Titled “Hell Is Other Robots: Understanding What AI Is (And Isn’t),” the lecture featured Dr. Robin Zebrowski, professor of cognitive science […]

From Caregiver to Breadwinner Program empowers nontraditional students to build futures in tech

Posted on May 7, 2026 by nmunson

Becoming a caregiver wasn’t a choice for Maria Ghafoor—it was a necessity. When her son suffered a stroke at birth in 2015, she stepped away from the workforce to care for him full time, putting her career aspirations on hold for years. Alina Yllanes faced a different kind of uncertainty. As a single mother of […]

Jill’s House partnership offers immersive clinical experiences for Marymount Nursing students

Posted on April 27, 2026 (April 27, 2026) by adauches

Marymount University’s Malek School of Nursing Professions is celebrating the creation of a new community partnership with Jill’s House, a local respite care facility. The partnership allows Nursing students to engage in six-week clinical rotations, assisting staff in caring for children with intellectual disabilities. “Few nursing programs provide this level of hands-on exposure to individuals with profound intellectual and developmental disabilities, yet this population continues […]

Marymount’s 2026 Halo Awards celebrate leadership and service while supporting student success

Posted on April 17, 2026 by nmunson

An evening of recognition, generosity and purpose brought the Marymount University community together for the 2026 Halo Awards Ceremony on April 9 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. Now in its fifth year, the signature event honored distinguished alumni and community leaders whose lives and work reflect Marymount’s mission of service and […]

Marymount and Virginia Works host sold-out Career Forward summit to support displaced federal workers and contractors

Posted on April 13, 2026 by nmunson

About 230 participants gathered at Marymount University’s Ballston Center on April 8 for Career Forward, a one-day, hands-on summit designed to help displaced federal workers and government contractors navigate career transitions and explore new opportunities across sectors. Hosted in partnership with Virginia Works, the sold-out event brought regional leaders, industry experts and career coaches together […]

Marymount joins prestigious VICEROY Initiative to advance cybersecurity workforce pipeline

Posted on April 9, 2026 by nmunson

Marymount University has been selected to join the Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ (VICEROY) Initiative, an elite national program led by the U.S. Department of War that prepares the next generation of cybersecurity and spectrum operations professionals to protect the nation. With fewer than 45 universities nationwide represented, Marymount’s selection […]

Marymount’s Physical Therapy and Education programs recognized in 2026 U.S. News graduate school rankings

Posted on April 7, 2026 by nmunson

With the release of the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Rankings, Marymount University continues to earn national recognition that highlights the strength of its graduate programs in health and education. In this year’s rankings, Marymount’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program is ranked No. 180 nationally and remains among the top programs […]