Women in Public Affairs to Know: Nicole Barranco, Volkswagen Group of America
This interview is part of a series on “Women in Public Affairs to Know,” by the McGuireWoods Consulting Women in Public Affairs initiative. To learn more about the initiative or recommend a woman for a future interview, please visit our website Nicole Barranco is the Senior Director of State Government Relations for Volkswagen Group of America, […]
Memorializing George Floyd: UMW Board Passes Resolution, President Seeds Scholarship
In its June 10 meeting, the Board of Visitors of the University of Mary Washington unanimously passed a resolution declaring solidarity with the family of George Floyd and the scores of protesters who are making their voices heard. “We stand with the thousands in our country and around the world, including members of the Mary Washington community, […]
Free UMW Course Turns COVID-19 Inside-Out
Political leaders and health experts who communicate the impact of COVID-19 to the public are just like anyone else. Some hit the mark. Some don’t. Understandable terms, relatable ideas and the confident presentation of useful information are key to delivering a successful message, said UMW Professor of Communication Anand Rao. And competent public discourse during […]
Governor Announces UMW Board of Visitors Appointments
The Virginia Governor’s Office today announced the appointment of Charles S. Reed Jr. ’11 of Sterling to the University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors. In addition, Sharon Bulova of Fairfax and Edward B. Hontz of Stafford have been reappointed to second terms on the board. The appointees will serve four-year terms, which will expire […]
Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation’s Diaper Drive Provides Over Three Months’ Supply to NOVA Diaper Bank
Herndon, Va. (June 5, 2020) – NWFCU Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Northwest Federal Credit Union, has continued its efforts in spite of COVID-19. In the Foundation’s most recent effort, over 35,000 diapers and pull-ups were delivered to the Northern Virginia Diaper Bank on May 21, 2020, bringing the total to over 50,000 diapers since […]
sPower lighting up lives in Surry County
SURRY – Recognizing the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, sPower recently announced a $500,000 commitment to support emerging COVID-19 needs in local communities across the country where it develops and operates. In keeping with their commitment, these funds have already begun to make a difference in Surry County, as sPower Community Relations Director Cat […]
UMW Opens ‘COVID-19 in Context’ Course to Community
Those who think they’ve heard everything that can be said about COVID-19 can guess again. Experts at the University of Mary Washington are sharing their perspectives through COVID-19 in Context, an eight-week online summer course starting June 1 that will be open free of charge to not only UMW students, faculty, alumni and staff, but also the broader […]
Vandeventer Black Attorneys Selected for the 2020 Virginia Super Lawyers List
Norfolk, VA (May 20, 2020) – Vandeventer Black attorneys were selected to be included on the 2020 Virginia Super Lawyers list by Thompson Reuters. This renowned rating service considers attorneys from over 70 different practice areas that are nominated based on professional accomplishments and peer recognition. Attorneys from the Norfolk and Richmond offices received the […]
Richmond-based Kaléo to sell its epinephrine auto-injector product for the first time outside of the U.S.
Richmond-based pharmaceutical company Kaléo is launching its first product outside of the United States. The company’s Allerject epinephrine auto-injector, used to treat serious allergic reactions, will be available in pharmacies across Canada beginning May 19, the company announced Tuesday. The same product is marketed in the U.S. as Auvi-Q, which was the company’s first product. […]
FCEDA President and CEO Hoskins appointed to regional COVID-19 economic response task force
Fairfax County, Virginia, May 11, 2020 – Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA), is one of 45 experts tapped to serve on the Washington, D.C.-area’s COVID-19 Strategic Renewal Task Force. Hoskins is the only member on the task force representing one of the region’s economic development organizations. Formed by […]
