Originally shared with University supporters in October 2020 This year has brought about many changes for students, families, and institutions of higher learning. As the global pandemic continues, economic pressures and significant movements for social change have been at the forefront of the national dialogue and are in our hearts and on our minds here […]
Sharing good news about Mary Washington students and donors. Learn about a scholarship recipient from Puerto Rico who has found his niche in theatre and peer mentoring. Hear how the son of alumna Dorothy Carmel Balser ’37 is paying tribute to his mother through a new scholarship. Read a special message from President Paino. See […]
At Mary Washington, “every gift counts” is more than just a saying. It is a true reflection of the incredible dedication and loyalty of nearly 5,000 donors who made gifts to support students and programs during fiscal year 2020. The Mary Washington giving year officially ended June 30, and the counts are impressive. Thank you […]
In June 2020, the Board of Visitors of the University of Mary Washington unanimously passed a resolution in support of Black Lives Matter and to call “for an end to the social injustice and systemic racism that permeate the fabric of our country.” In addition to the Board action, President Troy D. Paino announced that […]
Heritage Society member Sue A. Tillery ’81 is proud to continue in her father’s footsteps by supporting students at Mary Washington. Her father, Franklin E. Tillery, was the brother of a Mary Washington alumna, the parent of two Mary Washington alumnae, and a longtime member of the UMW Heritage Society. Sue recently completed provisions within […]
