My fellow counselors and I are out traveling, meeting students and visiting schools to recruit the class of 2027. While each school and student are
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SO YOU’RE STARTING TO VISIT CAMPUSES
My rising juniors and seniors know that things are starting to get real. You might be spending the summer visiting the campuses of some of
All Hail, Dear Haley
Working in a university, you are ever-aware of the cycle of people coming and going, and we in the admissions office feel it particularly keenly
We’ve Got a Friend in UMW: Saying ‘So Long” to Adam Moore
As a new admissions counselor, I was incredibly lucky to come into an office of people who were knowledgeable and passionate about the work. Luckier
Let’s Get Oriented
We are so excited to welcome y’all to campus in August! Remember when J.Lo snuck in a quick “let’s get loud” while singing America the
Did You Know: FXBG Edition
Emily here! I fall into the middle of the Venn diagram of both UMW alum and townie, and I wanted to put together a list
Meet Emily
The UMW Admissions Blog is back in action, friends, and there’s a new blogger in town: me! My name is Emily Burke. I am a
Adjusting to the New Norm
In March of 2020, the world as we knew it changed. Suddenly we were required to stay home; wear masks whenever we were out in
Resources for LGBTQ+ Mary Wash Students
At the University of Mary Washington one of our core tenants is Inclusive Excellence, the I in ASPIRE. This belief means we strive for all
3 Tips for Navigating Virtual College Visits
In the college search process, campus visits will always be one of the most important ways that prospective students can determine whether or not any