Explore. Build. Launch. Elevate.
LetterfromtheAssociateProvost
In the 2025 academic year, our faculty and staff have collaborated to help students explore future opportunities, build skills, launch into their next steps. We didn’t stop there, we expanded our programs to help working professionals elevate their skills and knowledge to prepare for the dynamic work and new opportunities that await them
For many of our students, college is a time of exploration. They EXPLORE their interests and values through their coursework and co-curricular activities. Through this process of exploration, they select a major, determine what clubs they will join or lead, and figure out what’s important to them at this stage in their lives This time of exploration lays a foundation for what they will do and who they will become in their lives after Mary Washington It is our goal to provide them with the resources, people, and supports to make career exploration an integrated part of their campus life. They do this through workbased learning, career fairs, and collaborative student events that include career readiness competencies and career focused content We also do this through coaching with our faculty fellows and staff.
Work - based learning is an important part of the exploration We define workbased learning to include internships , some types of study abroad , seminal student research projects , and community engagement projects . These experiences help define the boundaries for future work for our students . Whether it is graduate school as their next step , volunteer service , or entering the workforce Employers want to hire students who are able to articulate their value and put their skills to work in dynamic and professional environments . We are responsible for helping them BUILD those skills through coursework , experiential learning , and one - on - one engagements with people who can provide candid and open input We are also responsible for helping them make connect their classroom learning to durable and technical skills that are sought after in the workplace . This type of connection requires faculty and staff to work together as we continue to integrate Life After Mary Washington into the fabric and culture of the university .
What our students know is only the beginning, amplifying their ability to apply their skills to real world challenges prepares them to LAUNCH into the next phase of their lives and careers. In fact, 85% of our students report that they are working, going to school, or going into military service upon graduation.
Our goal is for our students to thrive and be productive citizens in the communities in which they reside We also endeavor to be here when they need us even after they’ve started their professional lives. When they are ready to ELEVATE their knowledge, influence, and maybe even their position, we are there with continuing education programs to challenge their thinking and help them get to the next level.
Each year is a journey and this one has been no different I’m proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish together and grateful to our faculty and staff who want to see our students succeed in the classroom and in their lives after Mary Washington.
Kimberly Young Associate Provost, Career and Workforce
Explore verb
Hands-onLearning
Archaeology is just something that you only truly learnbydoing.
Coming back to the classroom after this experience I believe will enhance my studies in such a deep way because I'll be coming back to the classroom with a heightened perspective of archaeological methodologies and a true understanding of what it is that archaeologists do and endure on a day-to-day basis.
myLifeAfter
MaryWashington
This internship started to shape because I'm getting excited about making them and contemplating new and different paths than I was before. This internship has gotten me excited about the possibilities and opportunities in this field.
Kai Otero ’25
GrowingVirginia’sWorkforce
The Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V‑TOP) is a statewide initiative led by SCHEV, the Virginia Chamber Foundation, and the Virginia Business Higher Education Council to strengthen work-based learning across the Commonwealth.
An online Work-Based Learning Roadmap will provide insight customized to first-year students, sophomores, juniors and seniors on their professional development journey. The roadmap highlights campus resources, processes and best practices for pursuing an internship.
InternshipsWork
$87,030
306 AWARDED IN INTERNSHIP GRANTS
UMW STUDENTS REPORTED INTERNSHIPS
INTERNSHIPS IN VIRGINIA 268 REPORTED INTERNSHIPS WERE PAID 42%
Build verb
6 SPEED RESUME REVIEWS
CAREER FAIRS
525 INCOMING STUDENT EVENTS COACHING APPOINTMENTS
2 WORKSHOPS
9
469 CAREER FAIR STUDENT ATTENDEES
21
73 CAREER FAIR EMPLOYERS
79% OF EMPLOYERS WERE VIRGINIABASED
FromClassroomtoCareer
STUDENTS TOOK AN AMW DESIGNATED CLASS IN THE 24-25 ACADEMIC YEAR.
DESIGNING YOUR LIFE THROUGH THE LIBERAL ARTS (IDIS 191)
“This class was so much fun! I enjoyed learning everything despite only being an eight week course. I was encouraged to use my talents and skills in other areas to found careers that fit my interests Also, this class motivated me to do a minor after completing my major.”
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR LIFE AND CAREER (IDIS 193)
“This course helped me prepare for life after graduation. I thought I was prepared for it, but I realized there were a handful of things on my resume and LinkedIn account that needed help. The class helped me significantly to feel confident.”
PREPARATION FOR HEALTHCARE CAREERS (IDIS 192)
“This class is a good introduction to healthcare careers. If you’re looking for a class that offers solid preparation for healthcare careers, this course is a great option.”
LIFE AND CAREER AFTER UMW (IDIS 195)
“The class was quite interesting and fun The professor made it very enjoyable and engaging, the activities made it fun and helped learn the material better Thank you so much for providing good advice!”
AnEventfulYear
SPEED RESUME REVIEWS bring faculty and staff from across campus departments volunteered their time to sit with students for a brief resume review. Having a variety of departments and leadership represented only enriched both the perspective the students received, as well as the message the ten career competencies that make up Life After MW are truly transferrable. (Many students stayed to speak with multiple resume reviewers and returned for the second session the next day!)
PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS continue to be generously sponsored by the Office of Alumni Engagement. This event offering free, professional headshots for students, providing them with a polished and high-quality headshot for their LinkedIn, Handshake and any professional platforms.
SUPPORTING OUR CAMPUS PARTNERS is deeply important to our mission, and CCPD was represented at a wide variety of campus events. The Career Center offered training and information sessions to resident assistants, orientation leaders, the Presidential Emerging Leadership Program, the Earth Day fair, UNWIND programming during exam week and resource fairs for incoming and prospective students.
MAKING A GOOD IMPRESSION Between the fall and spring fairs, 530 students attended one or both events. With increased event offerings and partnership from teaching faculty and Athletics leadership, we saw a greater number of students coming to the fair who were highly prepared. In fact, 81%* of employer guests at our spring 2025 fair rated our students preparedness having exceeded their expectations. According to our employer guests:
“I spoke with so many engaged, articulate young people! Thank you for the opportunity to share with UMW students.”
“The fair today was the best so far. There was a steady flow all day. The students were more engaging this year! Continue doing what you're doing.”
*89% knowledge rate
CareerFairGuests
Accounting and Finance
Auditor of Public Accounts - Commonwealth of
Virginia
Calibre CPA Group
Equitable Advisors
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
InFirst Federal Credit Union
Keiter
KPMG LLP
PBMares, LLP
Ryan & Wetmore, P.C.
Three River Group
YHB (Yount, Hyde & Barbour, P.C.)
Construction, Manufacturing and Retail
Enterprise Mobility*
Hilldrup Moving and Storage
Kaeser Compressors
NVR, Inc / Ryan Homes
Orkin Pest Control
QRC Technologies
Sheehy Auto Stores
Universal Stones Inc
Defense and Civil Engineering
CACI
The Gemini 3 Group, Inc.
J2
Marine Corps Community Services
Mead & Hunt, Inc.
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD)
Naval Systems Management Activity (NSMA)
SimVentions*
Healthcare, Community Services and Non-profits
disAbility Resource Center
Eagle's Nest Animal Hospital
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Mary Washington Healthcare
Matern Staffing
National Park Service
Pasadena Villa
RISE Services
Education
American University
Arlington Public Schools
Caroline County Public Schools
Charlottesville City Schools
College of William and Mary
DC International School
King George County Public Schools
King William County Public Schools
LLE Education Group
Stafford County Public Schools
TFAS Academic Internship Programs
University of Mary Washington
University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce
University of Virginia School of Nursing
Virginia College Advising Corps
Internet and Technology
AnaVation LLC
Avint, LLC
Swift
Tech Wizards, Inc
Government and Law Enforcement
Albemarle County Police Department
Anne Arundel County Police Department
Arlington County Police Department
City of Fairfax Police Department
City of Fredericksburg
City of Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation
D C Metropolitan Police Department
Fairfax County Sheriff's Office
Henrico 911
James City County
Marine Corps Systems Command
Prince William County Police Department
Spotsylvania County Fire, Rescue and Emergency
Management
Stafford County Virginia
Virginia Department of General Services
Virginia State Corporation Commission
Virginia State Police
Launch verb
a: to put into operation or set in motion
b: to spring forward
c: to engage energetically
InternshipIntoCareer
Anshu Adhikari, a 2025 graduate who majored in Computer Science found an internship with Synctivate as a student. She was offered full-time employment and joined Synctivate upon her graduation.
My internship allowed me to apply the theoretical knowledge I gained at Mary Washington in a
My internships at Synctivate and Code for Nepal have equipped me with practical skills, professional habits and a deeper understanding of the work environment. practical,real-worldcontext.
An internship immerses you in the industry, giving you insights into the latest trends, tools, and technologies that are being used in the field. This exposure is something that textbooks and lectures might not fully capture.
This experience has been instrumental in preparing me for the transition from a student to a professional career in AfterMaryWashington. myLife
FirstDestinationOutcomes
85% of 2024 graduates stayed in Virginia for work. Grads also flew to DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, New York, Ohio, Alaska, California, New Jersey, Washington, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Missouri, Montana, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia
EaglesinHealthcare
PROGRAM UMW ACCEPTANCE RATE NATIONAL ACCEPTANCE RATE
DENTAL
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT PHARMACY PHYSICAL THERAPY
HEALTHCARE GRADUATE PROGRAMS ATTENDED
BY
RECENT UMW GRADS
Arcadia University
Burrell University
California Health Sciences University
Campbell University
Chatham University
Duke University
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
Emory and Henry College
Emory University Florida
Franklin Pierce University
James Madison University
Lincoln Memorial University
Long Island University
Marshall University
Michigan State University
Mary Baldwin University
NC State University
New York Institute of Technology
Old Dominion University
Ohio Northern University
Pennsylvania School of Dental
Medicine
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Radford University
Rosalind Franklin University
Sullivan University
Temple University
Thomas Jefferson University
University of Charleston
University of Delaware
University of Kentucky
University of Lynchburg
University of Maryland School of Dentistry
University of Texas
University of Virginia
University of Wisconsin
Virginia Commonwealth University
“Every single aspect of my involvements at UMW has led me to where I am today! I am immensely grateful for every single professor that has encouraged and guided me.”
-Valeria Ortiz Jimenez ’23, currently studying at Harvard Dental
Elevate
verb
a: to lift up or make higher
b: to raise in rank or status
CouncilonCareer& Workforce
The Career and Workforce Council was assembled to address the many workstreams associated with student career development. The council is comprised of leaders from a cross-section of the university as well as student interns who support with research and analysis.
DEPARTMENTS REPRESENTED
Academic Success and Integrity
Athletics
Campus Recreation and Fitness
Career and Professional
Development
College of Business
College of Education
Community Engagement
Digital Knowledge Center
Disability Resources
Human Resources
Institutional Analysis and Effectiveness
International Education
Registrar
Student Activities and Engagement
Student Employment
Student Transition, Access and Retention Services (STARS)
University Libraries
Work-based Learning Initiatives
Life-longLearning
Continuing and Professional Studies (C&PS) continued to grow and support adult learners in the 2024-2025 academic year. Looking to the future, C&PS will continue to build partnerships with community organizations, regional educational partners, and local businesses and an effort to expanding professional development opportunities in the healthcare sphere.
5 CUSTOM PROGRAMS
ONE SERVING TEACHERS IN SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
TWO FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN THE REGION
ONE SERVING MUSEUM STAFF IN CHICAGO, NEW YORK AND WASHINGTON D.C.
ONE BUILT WITH THE INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING INNOVATION FUNDED THROUGH A NIH GRANT
1,300
TEACHERS OFFERED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
5 VIRGINIA SCHOOL DISTRICTS SERVED BY NEW TEACHER ACADEMIES
5
8 SEMINARS FOR BUSINESSES AND THE COMMUNITY PERSONAL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
20 LOCAL BUSINESSES SERVED
1,400+ PARTICIPATANTS SERVED IN TOTAL
C&PSatWork
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE COURSES were offered to the UMW community and the public for personal enrichment.
THE EAGLE’S SUMMIT launched the first cohort this year, helping to better prepare supervisors for leadership roles across the University.
MINI-CONFERENCE FOR JOB SEEKERS was a halfday, free event open to the public and designed to give job seekers the tools, insights and confidence to take the next step in their careers.
THE BUSINESS ACUMEN SERIES combines university knowledge and the practical application of innovative tools to drive participating organization’s mission and deliver results. This year’s theme centered around Strategic Leadership and Effective Communication for Project and Team Success.
One-day workshops were offered to regional business leaders focusing on topics such as:
Event Planning: From Big Ideas to Successful Actions
Project Management Basics
Developing a Strategy and Aligning Initiatives Enhance Your Public Speaking
Constructive and Courageous Conversations
