UMary Liffrig Family School of Education and Behavioral Sciences

09/16/2026

The inaugural Elementary Education Academy spent the weekend in Medora with the Accounting and Nursing Academies. The students learned about grit, perseverance, and having the courage to do hard things. We were even graced with the presence of a beautiful family of deer as we hiked through the Badlands.

08/02/2026

Thanks to Chris (social work) and Chloe (criminal justice) for serving the Bismarck community during their summer internships!

Cheers to our summer interns!! Chris and Chloe, students at University of Mary, have been truly amazing to have as part of our Global Neighbors crew this summer. We took a moment to enjoy lunch together and thank them for all their work.

Even as their internships come to an end, we are excited to always have them as part of our greater family and community. 💙🌎 Merci! Garcias! شكرًا لك! Danke! дякую!

03/14/2026

Today the Social Work and Addiction Counseling Programs held their annual Field Workshop. We are grateful for partnerships with North Dakota AHEC, who sponsored registration for all attendees, and Heartview Foundation. Thank you to each of our presenters, including senior social work students, as well as everyone who joined us for a fun day of professional development!

02/27/2026

PACS, our behavioral science student organization volunteering in the community!

02/03/2026

Senior Social Work student Sandra, serving the community in her internship!

Heartview Case Manager Katie and Social Work Intern Cassandra participated in this week's Unsheltered Point in Time (PIT) count. They joined other volunteers who completed 104 surveys of people experiencing homelessness on Jan. 28. An accurate count helps the Bismarck community better address homelessness.

01/12/2026

✨ You’re Invited! ✨
Past and present students are invited to help us celebrate the retirement of Dr. Jonas—a leader who truly leads with his heart. 💙

Dr. Jonas has shaped countless lives through his compassion, joy, and unwavering commitment to students. His laughter, encouragement, and genuine care have left a lasting impact on our community, and we would love to gather together to honor him.

Join us as we celebrate a legacy filled with joy, leadership, and heart. 🎉

12/03/2025

As part of their Generalist Practice with Groups class, senior social work students facilitated groups at the North Dakota State Penitentiary. We are grateful for our community partnerships that provide such great learning experiences for our students!

10/16/2025

A huge thank you to Stephanie and Kayla from ND Parole and Probation for coming into the Corrections class to talk about community corrections! We appreciate our community partnerships and support from local professionals in the criminal justice system ⚖️

10/16/2025

Thank you to Lisa Hoynes at BSC for inviting us to talk with BSC students about UMary social work! Katelyn and Madi, two of our BSC➡️UMary alumni, joined program director Katie Krukenberg to share their experience as transfer students ❤️

We look forward to welcoming future Marauders!

10/10/2025

👀 I spy some of our amazing Education students representing on the UMary Homecoming Court! 💙🎓 Congratulations — we’re so proud of you and all you do to lead with heart and purpose!