When conservatives talk about a “culture of life”, it usually revolves around the issue of abortion. This language endlessly chafes abortion rights supporters and people on the political left. To them abortion is not murder, it is simply a medical procedure. It’s a private decision between a woman and her doctor. Any attempt to restrict abortion endangers and degrades women.
What is the best way to relax before the rush of finals? Everyone has a different theory, but for the past two weeks, the University of Mary Washington Honor Council and Giant Productions created an environment to help with the process.
The University of Mary Washington’s dining services is part of Sodexo’s newly launched certified sustainable seafood program, which began in early April. UMW is one of 11 Sodexo locations starting the new program.
The University of Mary Washington men’s lacrosse team snapped a four-game losing streak on Saturday, April 20, stomping the Marymount University Saints, 19-4, in the Eagles’ final Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) match-up of the regular season.
The 23rd Annual Multicultural Fair, organized by the James Farmer Multicultural Center, was held Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Board of Visitors (BOV) at the University of Mary Washington approved seven of the nine items proposed as revisions to the Fredericksburg and Stafford campus honor constitutions and handbooks this past weekend.
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Everywhere around us we face dangers, from airborne pathogens to people carrying concealed weapons, but no one ever thinks about the risks we take by drinking from our plastic Dasani water bottles. More recently, with many different health movements emerging, we see a lot of reusable tumblers and water bottles with stickers on them stating that they are “BPA Free.”
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What is the best way to relax before the rush of finals? Everyone has a different theory, but for the past two weeks, the University of Mary Washington Honor Council and Giant Productions created an environment to help with the process.
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After a successful regular season the University of Mary Washington baseball team placed second after a 6-5 win in 10 innings over Wesley College and a loss to both Salisbury University and York University at this weekend’s Capital Athletic Conference tournament resulting in a 22-18 record for the Eagles this year.
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The Board of Visitors (BOV) at the University of Mary Washington approved seven of the nine items proposed as revisions to the Fredericksburg and Stafford campus honor constitutions and handbooks this past weekend.
At the recent University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors (BOV) meeting, Ken Tyler, athletic director at UMW, presented the 26-page Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Strategic Plan, “Soar Like an Eagle,” which outlines the goals of the department for the years of 2012-2018.
Everywhere around us we face dangers, from airborne pathogens to people carrying concealed weapons, but no one ever thinks about the risks we take by drinking from our plastic Dasani water bottles. More recently, with many different health movements emerging, we see a lot of reusable tumblers and water bottles with stickers on them stating that they are “BPA Free.”
During the summer of 2013, the existing Chandler Hall will be torn down to make way for a new Campus Center, and the business and psychology departments will be displaced as a result.
Americans are unfortunately all too familiar with outlandish gun violence inflicted by their own people. From the homicide shooting at the movie theater in the Aurora, Col., to the shooting on July 20 to the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on Dec. 14. Barack Obama has little to no choice but to make efforts to get these advanced “weapons of war” off the streets and to take gun control laws head on.
By CARLY DAVIS On April 15, Travis Head, a University of Mary Washington alumnus from the class of 2002 spoke to current students and staff about his artistic process. During his presentation, Head talked about a variety of subjects, such as how he works almost exclusively with Papermate mechanical pencils, in addition to his [...]
By HOPE RACINE University of Mary Washington student band Save the Arcadian celebrated the release of their new album, “How’d They Get Up There?” at the Underground on Thursday, April 18. Hosted by senior Isaac Whalen, UMW’s Goody opened the show. Goody, comprised of UMW students EJ Willis (also known as Chemi), Tanner Carlton [...]
By UPMA KAPOOR It is fairly common to find an alpaca farm in someone’s backyard in Fredericksburg. At least, it is for residents of Coakley Lane ever since the Marantha Alpaca Farm moved in. Six years ago, husband-and-wife duo Perry and Lisa Darley thought of starting a bed and breakfast in either North Carolina [...]
By LAURA MORRIS It is that time of year again, when the nights get longer, the weather gets warmer and the clothing gets skimpier. For the ladies, summer also brings a frantic phase of trying to tone and tighten our bodies to fit into that timeless summer ensemble: the bikini. Believe it or not, [...]
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