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Two UMW-Affiliated Museums Welcome Military This Summer

This summer, Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont and the James Monroe Memorial Museum and Library will offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families as part of a nationwide
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Steve Pemberton encouraged graduates to treasure their experiences.

Click Here for Video of Commencement Speaker Steve Pemberton’s Address on May 11

Business executive, motivational speaker and noted author Steve Pemberton reminded graduates of their power to change the world during the University of Mary Washington’s 2013 commencement address on May 11, 2013.
Keith Mellinger received the 2013 Young Alumni Achievement Award from his alma mater, Millersville University.

UMW Math Professor Honored by Alma Mater

University of Mary Washington Associate Professor and Chair of Mathematics Keith Mellinger was honored with the 2013 Young Alumni Achievement Award from his alma mater, Millersville University. Mellinger received the award during the Pennsylvania university’s
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Fredericksburg’s Stars Raise Funds for UMW Scholarship

Ten Fredericksburg-area community leaders will don dancing shoes on Saturday, August 17 to raise money for a performing arts scholarship at the University of Mary Washington. “Dancing with the Fredericksburg Stars” will begin at 7
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The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library, located in downtown Fredericksburg, will host a symposium at UMW in October. Photo courtesy of Lee Brauer.

James Monroe Museum Receives Donation for Symposium

The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library received a $3,000 donation from the Paul Mesick Jones Trust, Walter Jervis Sheffield, Trustee, for “James Monroe: Life and Legacy,” a symposium to be held at the University
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  • UMW Receives Accolades for Affordability
    UMW's Financial Aid Office, located in Lee Hall, assists students with campus employment and financial aid.

    UMW’s Financial Aid Office, located in Lee Hall, assists students with campus employment and financial aid.

    The University of Mary Washington is listed among the top colleges and

  • Business Executive, Author Steve Pemberton Addresses UMW Graduates, May 11
    Steve Pemberton encouraged graduates to treasure their experiences.

    Business executive, motivational speaker and noted author Steve Pemberton reminded graduates of their power to change the world during the University of Mary Washington’s 2013 commencement address.

    Steve Pemberton encouraged graduates

  • UMW Graduates Class of 2013 in 102nd Commencement
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    The University of Mary Washington graduated a total of 1,273 students during its 102nd commencement in a graduate ceremony on Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the William M. Anderson Center and in an undergraduate ceremony on Saturday, May 11 at 9 a.m.

  • UMW Awards Top Honors at Commencement Ceremonies
    Cuurtney Lynn received the Darden Award.

    The University of Mary Washington presented its top honors during commencement ceremonies Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11.

  • Educator Bill Bosher Addresses Master’s Candidates, May 10
    Public Policy Expert Bill Bosher addressed master's candidates at the William M Anderson Center.

    Dr. William “Bill” Cleveland Bosher Jr., public policy expert and former Virginia superintendent of education, urged University of Mary Washington graduates to hold onto their passion and enthusiasm as they continue in their future paths. Bosher spoke at the University of Mary Washington’s graduate