In this issue: 175th Giving Opportunity, Reunion 2016 Preview, A New College, and Much More ...

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Mary Baldwin Launches 175th Anniversary Fund  

As the institution plans to mark a major milestone in 2016–17 — the 175th anniversary of its founding in 1842 — Mary Baldwin is launching a $7 million special fundraising initiative, which spans two fiscal years and supports a wide range of strategic initiatives. Watch the video >>

 

Reunion 2016 to Bring New Events for Alumni, Highlight VWIL 20th  

Each year the alumni office creates a Reunion schedule that adds a few new events to make each gathering special for the hundreds of alums who make their way to campus in April. This year is no different, especially for alumnae of the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership, who will have a chance to celebrate the program’s 20th anniversary. Read more >>

 

New in 2016–17: College of Business and Professional Studies  

Mary Baldwin will launch a new college of business and professional studies in July, further solidifying its place as a small university with big rewards as the official transition to MBU draws near. Read more >> 

 

Alumna and Entrepreneur to Speak at Commencement  

Tracy “Lolita” Burks Healy ‘87 is living proof that with a Mary Baldwin education a graduate can do almost anything. The Class of 2016 will have the opportunity to hear from the painted-glassware mogul at MBC 174th Commencement on May 22. Read more >> 

 

Flash Fundraiser to Celebrate 20 Years of Women's Leadership

In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership, alumnae have set up a fund to celebrate both the accomplishments of the past 20 years and contribute to the future of the program. The goal is to raise $7,500 between now and April 22.  Read more >>

 

Wishing Her Well

After seven years and after seeing through several major initiatives at Mary Baldwin College, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College Catharine O’Connell will step down from her post this summer to become provost and dean of the college at Illinois College in Jacksonville, Illinois.   Read more >>

 

Health Sciences Team Travels to Ghana 

Kai Kennedy, director of clinical education for the Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences physical therapy program and student Joanna Bierlein presented earlier this month at the third Biennial Scientific Conference of the Ghana Physiotherapy Association. Read more >>

 

Don't Miss It: Regional Alumni Events 

The Office of Alumnae/i Relations is holding several regional events next month. Don't miss the opportunity to connect with fellow alumni and learn about the latest happenings at Mary Baldwin.

April 5: Roanoke Dinner with James D. Lott

April 7: MBC at the Norfolk Botanical Garden

April 16: 80s Party on the Staunton Campus

April 21 to 24: Reunion 2016

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