Current Events

Reception at the UMW Zen Garden with Its Designers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 5–6:30 pm | UMW Zen Garden
Rain Location: Rotunda, James Farmer Hall
Registration Requested

Join us for a special reception at the UMW Zen Garden featuring its designers, Todd Stewart and Bob Chilton of Gardens Unlimited.

Light refreshments will be served in the Zen Garden next to James Farmer Hall at 5 pm (weather permitting), followed by a brief program in James Farmer Hall, Room 107B, at 6 pm.

Join us for a special reception at the UMW Zen Garden featuring its designers, Todd Stewart and Bob Chilton of Gardens Unlimited.

Light refreshments will be served in the Zen Garden next to James Farmer Hall at 5 pm (weather permitting), followed by a brief program in James Farmer Hall, Room 107B, at 6 pm.

Todd Stewart and Bob Chilton will share insights into the garden’s design, philosophy, and history. Dr. Suzie Kim will also speak about the life and legacy of Kurt F. Leidecker (1902–1991), Professor of Philosophy at Mary Washington College from 1948 until his retirement in 1973, and introduce the mission and future initiatives of the Leidecker Center for Asian Studies.

Learn how you can support the ongoing care of the Zen Garden and the programs of the Leidecker Center for Asian Studies.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested, as space is limited.
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36th Annual Multicultural Fair

Saturday, April 11, 2026  |  10 am – 5 pm

The Multicultural Fair generally attracts 5,000 to 6,000 people each year, and exemplifies the University of Mary Washington’s commitment to enhancing multicultural awareness. The Fair provides an entire day devoted to multicultural entertainment, children’s activities, international and American food, and ethnic craft vendors. Each year, the Multicultural Student Affairs and James Farmer Multicultural Center work closely with UMW student organizations, faculty, and staff in planning festivities. The University also partners with the greater Fredericksburg community, which plays an integral role in successfully implementing the fair.

Hindustani Vocal Recital: Mitali Bhawmik, Shreyas Ravi, and Rajkumar Chattopadhyay

Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 7:30pm-9pm | Weatherly Wing of Seacobeck Hall

Come join virtuoso vocalist Mitali Bhawmik for an exciting evening of North Indian classical music, accompanied by Shreyas Ravi (harmonium) and Rajkumar Chattopadhyay (tabla). Admission is free.

Fabricated Boundaries: Filipina American Fiber and Textile Artists

Monday, October 6, 2025 | 5:00-6:00 p.m. | Monroe Hall 116

Presenter: Dr. Tiffany Lynn Hunt, Adjunct Professional Lecturer, Art Department, American University & Adjunct Lecturer of Art History, UMW
To commemorate Filipino American History Month, Dr. Tiffany Lynn Hunt will talk about her exhibition Fabricated Boundaries: Filipina American Fiber and Textile Artists, a project of the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center and the US-Philippines Society. Featuring four artists—Pacita Abad, Mic Diño Boekelmann, Jeanne F. Jalandoni, and Patricia Orpilla—this intergenerational project brings women on both sides of the diaspora together: those who immigrated to the US, and the children of Philippine immigrants.

UMW K-Pop Dance Festival

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 7:00–8:30 p.m. (photocard event at 6:00 p.m.) | HCC Digital Auditorium (HCC 136)

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the UMW K-pop Dance Festival! Enjoy electrifying performances by KDC Mythic and Archive Studios, followed by an interactive K-pop dance activity open to everyone. Arrive early at 6:00 p.m. for a special photocard-making event hosted by the Asian Student Association, where participants can create photocards featuring their favorite K-Pop idols.

Admission is free, and all are welcome!