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Governor, Students Cut Ribbon at Academy of Technology and Innovation at UMW

September 24th, 2024

The Academy of Technology and Innovation at the University of Mary Washington (ATI-UMW) opened its doors to its first cohort of high-schoolers last month, but yesterday’s dedication ceremony made it official. “What you all will do is provide the leadership of tomorrow, and the commonwealth is so much better because of it,” Virginia Gov. Glenn […]

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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber to Host Leadership Fredericksburg Annual Celebration and Impact Awards

September 19th, 2024

FREDERICKSBURG, VA – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg program, will host the Leadership Fredericksburg Annual Celebration on Friday, October 4th at 5:30 PM at the A & B Creative Events Center. This annual event highlights and celebrates the positive contributions of community leaders who continue to make a significant impact since graduating from the […]

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Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce TO HOST DANVILLE CITY CANDIDATE FORUMS

September 19th, 2024

Forums Will Give Voters the Opportunity to Hear from Candidates [Danville, VA] – The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce will host a free event for the public featuring candidates running for Danville City Council and Danville City School Board. The format will feature five minutes of comments by each candidate. Questions will be collected at […]

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Forvis Mazars Hosts Richmond Executive Impact Summit

September 17th, 2024

Join Forvis Mazars on November 12th for a forum featuring intentional conversations with practical applications of emerging issues.  The summit will include the latest trends and issues affecting businesses, fireside chats with influential business leaders, ethics, economic updates, and post-election tax implications.  By joining our professionals, you will gain valuable insights and guidance on navigating […]

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Averett University Names Donald Merricks as Interim Chief Financial Officer

September 12th, 2024

Averett University is pleased to announce The Honorable Donald Merricks ’74, ’91 has been named interim CFO. Merricks is a retired bank president, entrepreneur and former member of the Virginia House of Delegates, and is a two-time Averett alumnus. “We’re blessed beyond measure to have Don Merricks joining us in this critical role at this […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Professional Appointed to AHRA Board of Directors by Association of Medical Imaging Management for 2024-2025

September 11th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (September 10, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) proudly congratulates Donna Morris, CRA, BS, R.T. (R) (MR), Director of Clinical Operations, Imaging, Pathology, and Laboratory Services on being appointed to the AHRA board of directors by the Association of Medical Imaging Management.   “We extend our warmest congratulations to Donna Morris on this […]

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UMW’s President Paino Listed in Virginia 500 for Leadership and Philanthropy

September 5th, 2024

The 2024 Virginia 500 Power List is online and on newsstands now, with University of Mary Washington’s President Troy D. Paino once again among the higher education leaders listed for their influence and accolades. Paino has been recognized in all five volumes of the periodical. Each year, Virginia Business compiles a list of the most […]

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New Administration and Finance Vice President Announced at UMW

September 5th, 2024

Jacob Long, an experienced leader in public university administration, finances and budgets, has been named the vice president for administration and finance and chief financial officer at the University of Mary Washington. With more than two decades of experience in state higher education, Long joins the University as a member of the cabinet leadership team. […]

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Strongwell CEO Named to the Virginia 500

September 5th, 2024

BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the recognized leader in the manufacture of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites utilizing the pultrusion process, is pleased to announce that G. David Oakley, Jr., the company’s president and CEO, was recently named to the Virginia 500. The Virginia 500 is a prestigious list of Virginia’s top 500 executives and […]

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Student Experience and Alumni Success Rank UMW Among the Best

September 3rd, 2024

The University of Mary Washington continues to be among the top universities in the college guidebooks. UMW is ranked regionally as a “best bang for the buck” choice and listed among the nation’s top 100 liberal arts colleges in Washington Monthly. Mary Washington is also included in The Best 390 Colleges, the latest higher education rankings edition […]

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