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Welcome to the Marist University Newsroom

Here you can find the latest news and announcements from Marist and access approved multimedia files to support your coverage of the University.

If you have an inquiry or would like to interview a University leader or faculty expert for a news or feature story, contact us at mediarelations@marist.edu.

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Latest News Releases:

Marist University Athletics Announces Inaugural Hall of Fame Class

March 12, 2026 — The Marist University Athletics Department is proud to announce its inaugural Hall of Fame class, honoring the exceptional achievements, championship moments, and transformative impact of Red Fox student-athletes, coaches, teams, and supporters.

Marist University Students Recognize Local Businesses Through New Red Fox Faves Awards

March 3, 2026 — Marist University announces the Red Fox Faves awards, a new annual student choice awards program designed to spotlight students’ connections to the Poughkeepsie area community.

New, Expanded Esports Lab to Open at Marist University

January 14, 2026 — Marist will open a new and expanded Esports Lab this semester as interest continues to grow in its championship-winning esports program, which is among 19 Club Sports offered at the University.

Marist University Appoints New Vice President for Advancement

October 20, 2025 — Marist University is pleased to announce the appointment of Kirk Swenson as Vice President for Advancement, following a national search. Swenson joins Marist after more than five years as Vice Chancellor for Advancement at the University of North Carolina at Asheville. 

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School of Liberal Arts

Dr. David Woolner

American history; Presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt; Post-World War II society

Dr. Juris Pupcenocks

International affairs; International law; The Russia-Ukraine war

Dr. Lynn Eckert

Constitutional law; American politics; Feminist theory; Social movements

Dr. Lee Miringoff

Polling and public opinion; Survey research; American politics

School of Management

Dr. Christy Huebner Caridi

Banking sector; Public economic outcomes; Scientific revolution and economic theory

Dr. Helen N. Rothberg

Women in leadership; Competitive intelligence and strategy, Self leadership; Intangible assets