After serving his country as a Marine Corps officer, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Philosophy George Van Sant was a dedicated faculty member at Mary Washington for over three decades, earning the Grellet C. Simpson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching in 1986.When he passed away in 2013, Professor Van Sant’s own life insurance policy helped […]
Now is the perfect time to update your will As you focus on spring cleaning tasks this season, consider making time for perhaps the most important organization project of all: preparing or updating your last will and testament. Approximately 65% of Americans currently do not have a will, and many pass away every day without […]
Chemistry scholarship proves to be a defining element in UMW senior’s college career Alex Bindon ’25 felt a rush when he received his Experimental Methods exam. His task? Identify a chemical compound by comparing charts, graphs, and spectra from lab instruments.“It turned out to be glucose,” said Alex, who discovered a passion for analytical chemistry […]
Prioritize year-end philanthropy to save on taxesDuring the holidays, charitable giving is a great way to spread goodwill and make a positive impact. Not only does it benefit organizations and individuals that receive support, but you can also earn valuable benefits, such as owing less in taxes in 2025.CASH GIFTSConsider making monetary donations to Mary […]
