Scholarship helps UMW senior look forward to aspirational career. During the past several months, a UMW senior has faced job loss, financial uncertainty, homelessness, and hopelessness. “In August, I thought I was going to have to live in my car,” says Dela. “Fortunately, someone at UMW helped me find a place on campus so I […]
In the fall of 2017, Oscar Leon was living in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. His family’s home remained standing, but they were without power and consistent running water for several months. His school theatre, however, was completely decimated. “At first, the future seemed dismal,” says Oscar. “But the community came together […]
After 36 years in the field of education, Patricia Boise Kemp ’69 retired from teaching AP computer science and calculus in Prince William County Schools. Today, she is applying those math skills to philanthropy by serving on the UMW Foundation Board of Directors and by maximizing her IRA rollover to support UMW students and programs. […]
