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A Message From The President – November 2024

Dear UMW Community,

It’s hard to believe that we’re near the end of the fall semester, with so much to be grateful for as we approach the Thanksgiving break.  I have enjoyed the many opportunities to engage with our campus community, from meetings, athletic competitions, theatre performances, art exhibits, and more over the past several months. …

A Message From The President – October 2024

Dear UMW Community,

The fall festivities are all around us this week, with today’s Harvest Festival hosted by UMW Dining to this weekend’s Homecoming. We are excited to welcome alumni back to campus and cheer on the Eagles, through all our endeavors. 

Last week, we had the pleasure of celebrating our remarkable staff and faculty during our 

A Message From The President – September 2024

Dear UMW Community,

Fall has officially arrived on our campus, and as the leaves come through with their annual vibrant colors, we are seeing campus come to life with new activities indoors and outside. It’s time for fall festivals, the Education Abroad Fair, Family Weekend, and the Fall 2024 Career & Internship Fair, just to name …

A Message From The President – August 2024

Dear UMW Community,

We are excited to welcome you back to campus for another year of learning, exploring, and celebrating personal and professional endeavors and accomplishments.  And, to our new students, faculty, and staff, I extend a whole-hearted, sincere welcome to you – the newest members of our diverse, supportive community.  I’m looking forward to meeting …

A Message From The President – April 2024

Dear UMW Community,

The end of the semester brings about celebrations and completions, from final exams and papers, to award ceremonies and honor society inductions, with Commencement as the culmination of our spring. We cannot wait to celebrate our graduates, and we look forward to the many ceremonies and annual traditions happening in the next few …

A Message From The President – January 2024

Dear UMW Community,

Welcome back! As we usher in a new year, we look forward to new opportunities, friendships, continuation of projects and goals, and more. And, a special welcome to our newest community members – faculty, staff, and students. We look forward to meeting you and trust that you will quickly find our community to …

A Message From the President

UMW Community, With the unfolding war in Israel and Gaza, we want to reiterate our priorities during this time: 1) investing in student safety and well-being, 2) protecting free expression and diversity of viewpoints, and 3) creating space for education and meaningful dialogue on issues related to the Middle East conflict. Our campus has seen […]

A Message From The President – October 2023

This time of year ushers in changes in the weather and beautiful fall foliage, as well as inspires us to recommit to our personal, academic, and professional goals as we reach the mid-way point of the semester. UMW has a long history of offering an excellent liberal arts and sciences education taught by outstanding faculty, […]

A Message From The President – September 2023

Dear UMW Community, With the fall semester well underway and the fall season upon us, we find much to celebrate and work toward. First, I wanted to update you on the state budget, which has passed and was signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin last week, effectively increasing support for higher education and funding specific priority […]

A Message From The President – August 2023

Dear UMW Community, Welcome to campus! For those who are returning, we are eager to kick off a new academic year filled with learning opportunities and personal and professional growth. For all of our new students, faculty, and staff, we are excited to meet you and welcome you into our close-knit, supportive, and dynamic community. […]