Category: Messages From The President

A Message From The President – February 2024

Dear UMW Community,

The colder months certainly haven’t deterred our community from springing to life.  It is evident that so much is happening on and around our beautiful campus.   

Our academic programs continue to flourish.  Congratulations to the College of Business faculty and staff for achieving a five-year extension on the accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate …

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. […]

A Message From The President – April 2023

Dear UMW Community, April is always a wonderful time of year, filled with end-of-semester showcases, celebrations, and ceremonies. We welcome the warmer spring weather, enjoying the return of many long-awaited outdoor activities, as well as some of our favorite campus traditions and the seeds of new ones. Earlier this week, we celebrated UMW during our […]

A Message From The President – March 2023

Dear UMW Community, Campus has come into bloom following spring break, and as our weather warms, we’re seeing signs of budding research projects, campus traditions, and new initiatives. I hope you had a rejuvenating spring break, reconnecting with friends and family or exploring the world. I followed along with your travels via social media, noting […]