Members of the Simpson Circle gathered virtually on February 17, 2022, to participate in the induction of new Simpson Circle members. Current members of the Board of Visitors joined in from the Rappahannock Ballroom at the Jepson Alumni Executive Center.Former Rector Dan Steen ’84 moderated the event; current Rector Heather Crislip ’95 paid tribute to […]
We appreciate your continued loyalty and dedication to UMW students and programs.Recently, Dr. Paino met with President’s Council members to share University updates and answer questions from attendees. Watch a recording of the virtual event below.Contact the Office of Advancement at advance@umw.edu or 540-654-1024 with any questions or comments.
Beloved French professor establishes scholarship through her estate.Juliette Breffort Blessing came to Mary Washington in 1957 to share her worldly knowledge of all things French, including language, theater, and cultural history. Former students remember her flair for fashion, her wonderful accent, and her expert and often life-changing advice and guidance.“I first met Madame Blessing when […]
Click here to see Giving Tuesday results.Giving Tuesday may be over – but you can still make a gift to UMW and benefit from some of the following end-of-year Giving and Tax Benefits: The CARES Act passed in 2020 included several charitable tax provisions to encourage giving. These provisions have been extended for 2021. If […]
Hear why John and Phyllis Newby Thompson ’69 choose to give back to Mary Washington.