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Mary Baldwin University Mary Baldwin University equips you with the skills you need to navigate a dynamic global economy and pursue a meaningful, high-impact career. 💛🐿️

Mary Baldwin was founded in 1842 by people who understood the power of a college education to catalyze dreams — and smash glass ceilings. We were one of the first women’s colleges on the planet. Our namesake risked her life and livelihood to teach enslaved peoples. We were the first on the East Coast to offer custom degree tracks for returning and nontraditional learners. We established a thriving diversity, equity, and inclusion program more than a decade before DEI went mainstream. And the list goes on. What does this history mean for you? This passion for learning, innovation, social justice, and empowering each and every student to become their best self is who we are. Mary Baldwin is an opportunity engine designed to equip you with the skills, experience, confidence, and credentials you need to navigate a dynamic global economy and pursue a meaningful, high-impact career. You’ll learn from real-world experts and mentors who are invested in your success. With a student-faculty ratio of 10:1, professors will know your name, goals — and be there to fuel your growth and help you tackle every challenge along the way. You’ll also be introduced to a robust alumni network of trailblazing professionals ranging from data scientists, to neurosurgeons, teachers, social entrepreneurs, Broadway actors, and executive coaches. At MBU we guarantee you’ll have all the support you need and more to take your life and career to the next level.

Mary Baldwin University has named retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Julie Nethercot the new commandant of cadets for the Vi...
10/13/2026

Mary Baldwin University has named retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Julie Nethercot the new commandant of cadets for the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership (VWIL).

General Nethercot served 33 years in the Marine Corps, commanding Officer Candidates School and Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

Join us in welcoming her at the VWIL Homecoming Parade on Friday, Oct. 23, at 5 p.m. in the Physical Activities Center.

The former Parris Island commanding general and U.S. Southern Command chief of staff will lead Mary Baldwin’s Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership. Mary Baldwin University has named retired…

For another year, MBU is the top-ranked Virginia private university for social mobility! Our students consistently gradu...
09/30/2026

For another year, MBU is the top-ranked Virginia private university for social mobility! Our students consistently graduate with better opportunities than their parents had.

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09/24/2026

Interim President Daynes has a message for MBU alumni and friends... and we wanted you all to hear it, too!

Happy 25th to our favorite place to learn and play! American Shakespeare Center Mary Baldwin University Shakespeare and ...
09/19/2026

Happy 25th to our favorite place to learn and play!
American Shakespeare Center Mary Baldwin University Shakespeare and Performance

The Jewish High Holy Days are underway. A few weeks back, MBU students spent an afternoon at Temple House of Israel in d...
09/15/2026

The Jewish High Holy Days are underway. A few weeks back, MBU students spent an afternoon at Temple House of Israel in downtown Staunton, learning Hebrew calligraphy and Jewish history from longtime temple member Ruth Chodrow, who has practiced the art for more than 35 years.

The visit is part of Advancing Campus Pluralism, MBU's initiative with Interfaith America and CICV, now extended through 2026–27.

https://marybaldwin.edu/news/2026/09/10/hebrew-calligraphy-at-temple-house-of-israel-marks-latest-chapter-in-mbus-interfaith-programming/

This afternoon our VWIL students, ROTC students, and student athletes joined the Staunton Police and Fire Departments to...
09/11/2026

This afternoon our VWIL students, ROTC students, and student athletes joined the Staunton Police and Fire Departments to honor the fallen first responders and victims on the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11th attacks.

Congratulations to our second class of CRNA Students!Read more about their experience here:
08/26/2026

Congratulations to our second class of CRNA Students!

Read more about their experience here:

Mary Baldwin’s second class of nurse anesthetists finished thirty-six months of training this week. Their dean told them the hard part starts now. On August 14, 2026, MBU graduated its second-ever…

What a wonderful evening for our 2026 Convocation. Now we can officially say: Welcome, Class of 2030!
08/24/2026

What a wonderful evening for our 2026 Convocation. Now we can officially say: Welcome, Class of 2030!

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Staunton, VA
24401

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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