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University of Mary Washington In addition to rigorous academics and small, highly interactive classes, UMW offers a supportive campus community that values and instills honor and integrity.
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The University of Mary Washington is a premier public liberal arts and sciences institution in Fredericksburg, Virginia focused on rigorous academics in a supportive community. Our civically, socially, and intellectually engaged community produces graduates who are articulate critical thinkers who have the confidence to explore challenges as opportunities. Social Media Disclaimer:
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This summer, show your UMW pride AND make a difference.💙 Make a gift to the Fund for Mary Washington now through June 14...
05/29/2026

This summer, show your UMW pride AND make a difference.💙 Make a gift to the Fund for Mary Washington now through June 14 and choose from exclusive summer goodies while supporting the Mary Washington experience. Grab yours at fund.umw.edu/summer

More than 550 alumni and their families and friends are expected to return next weekend for the 2026 Reunion Weekend! Re...
05/23/2026

More than 550 alumni and their families and friends are expected to return next weekend for the 2026 Reunion Weekend!

Read more about this exciting celebration where alumni reconnect, rediscover campus, and reminisce about their time here.

Alums, we'll see you next weekend!

byDaphne Johnston Elliott didn't take many photos at Mary Washington, since developing film was expensive when she was in college. But she always treasured the times she spent on campus, including coming to Reunion Weekend every five years since she gra...

Ashley Lam ‘26 demonstrates leadership in many ways on campus, whether she's giving campus tours to prospective students...
05/21/2026

Ashley Lam ‘26 demonstrates leadership in many ways on campus, whether she's giving campus tours to prospective students, running large campus events as President of the Campus Programming Board, or working in the lab as a biomedical sciences major.

“I’ve experienced a lot of academic and social growth, and I’ve built important skillsets for the future,” she said. “The connections I’ve made with staff and faculty, and the ability to communicate and be professional in so many spaces, are things I will definitely take with me.”

After devoting the past four years to helping Mary Washington students feel at home, Lam is prepared for her upcoming journey into the medical field.

Read more about Ashley and her leadership opportunities across campus at umw.edu/news

05/14/2026

We asked some our graduates to share a person or place they’ll miss most when they graduate, here’s what they had to say!

Thank you to all our Seniors who recorded a response at Senior Toast, unfortunately due to technical difficulties not all answers could be included.

A new episode of What Matters Most dropped today! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with distinguished alumnus Lou Marmo, ...
05/13/2026

A new episode of What Matters Most dropped today! 🎙️

In this episode, we sit down with distinguished alumnus Lou Marmo, a 1994 graduate whose journey from Mary Washington to the C-suite spans business, education, and leadership at the highest levels.

Lou reflects on why he chose Mary Washington, the friendships and faculty relationships that shaped his undergraduate experience, and how a liberal arts education prepared him for an evolving career across multiple industries.

Listen and subscribe: https://linktr.ee/marywash #521530463

Happy Mother’s Day to every mom, grandma, mentor, or mother figure who helped make moments like this possible 💙Wishing y...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to every mom, grandma, mentor, or mother figure who helped make moments like this possible 💙

Wishing you a day full of love, joy, and all the appreciation in the world 💐

05/09/2026

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉🎓

Bright futures look good on you! 😎

🎓 Commencement is happening today! If you can't join us in person, tune in and celebrate the Class of 2026 from wherever...
05/09/2026

🎓 Commencement is happening today! If you can't join us in person, tune in and celebrate the Class of 2026 from wherever you are. Watch the livestream here:

Commencement 2026Saturday, May 9, 2026 – One hundred and fifteenth CommencementA great day of celebration for the entire Mary Washington community! All are welcome to join us in this momentous occasion.Watch Live: Saturday, May 9At-A-GlanceDownloadsCong...

Tomorrow is the day ✨🎓 Congratulations on your graduation, Class of 2026!See you tomorrow! 💙🦅
05/08/2026

Tomorrow is the day ✨🎓

Congratulations on your graduation, Class of 2026!

See you tomorrow! 💙🦅

Our graduates are getting ready ✨🎓We are so close to your big day, and we can’t wait! We’re not done yet.. more graduate...
05/06/2026

Our graduates are getting ready ✨🎓

We are so close to your big day, and we can’t wait!

We’re not done yet.. more graduates coming soon 🎉

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Fredericksburg, VA
22401

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