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A Night to Remember at Angel Stadium: September 15th, 2026

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A Night to Remember at Angel Stadium: September 15th, 2026 Chapman-Angel-Stadium-2

A Night to Remember at Angel Stadium: September 15th, 2026 Marymount Scholars at Chapman University recently had the opportunity to attend an Angels game, creating a memorable evening filled with connection, school spirit, and several special firsts. For some of our scholars, it was their first time attending a professional baseball game. The experience became […]

Marymount Education Foundation Commits $5.57 Million to LMU, Establishing Marymount Scholars Program: October 1, 2026

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Marymount Education Foundation Commits $5.57 Million to LMU, Establishing Marymount Scholars Program: October 1, 2026 LMU-Partnership-2

Marymount Education Foundation Commits $5.57 Million to LMU, Establishing Marymount Scholars Program: October 1, 2026 The gift marks the largest contribution to the LMU Catholic High School Promise Program and represents a transformative investment in creating accessible pathways to higher education for local students, rooted in opportunity, formation, and service. Loyola Marymount University on Thursday, […]

A Powerful Welcome: Marymount Scholars Join Chapman’s 2026 Opening Convocation

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A Powerful Welcome: Marymount Scholars Join Chapman’s 2026 Opening Convocation Marymount Foundation team at the 2026 Chapman Convocation

A Powerful Welcome: Marymount Scholars Join Chapman’s 2026 Opening Convocation The Marymount Education Foundation was honored to join Chapman University for its 2026 Opening Convocation, a meaningful tradition that welcomed incoming students and their families as they prepared to begin their college experience. Held on Wilson Field, the evening brought the Chapman community together through […]

2026 Marymount Scholars Annual Celebration Dinner

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2026 Marymount Scholars Annual Celebration Dinner The 2026 Annual Marymount Scholars Celebration Dinner brought together Marymount Scholars from across our partner universities, their families, university presidents and leaders, members of our Board of Trustees, and friends of the Marymount Education Foundation for an evening centered on student success, community, and opportunity. Throughout the evening, university […]

Welcoming Our 2026 California Lutheran University Cohort of Marymount Scholars

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Welcoming Our 2026 California Lutheran University Cohort of Marymount Scholars – July 31, 2026 MEF was delighted to welcome our incoming cohort of Marymount Scholars and their families at California Lutheran University for a special orientation marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter. President John Nunes offered an inspiring welcome to our incoming Marymount […]

Welcoming Our 2026 Chapman University Cohort of Marymount Scholars

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Welcoming Our 2026 Chapman University Cohort of Marymount Scholars – July 22, 2026 The Marymount Education Foundation was proud to welcome our first cohort of Marymount Scholars at Chapman University, along with their families, during a special orientation celebrating the beginning of their college journeys. This year marked an exciting milestone as Chapman University welcomed its […]

Welcoming Our 2026 La Sierra University Cohort of Marymount Scholars

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Welcoming Our 2026 La Sierra University Cohort of Marymount Scholars La Sierra Marymount Foundation cohort

Welcoming Our 2026 La Sierra University Cohort of Marymount Scholars – July 10, 2026 The Marymount Education Foundation was delighted to welcome our newest cohort of Marymount Scholars and their families at La Sierra University for a special orientation marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter. President Christon Arthur personally welcomed our incoming scholars and […]

Welcoming Our 2026 Mount Saint Mary’s University Cohort of Marymount Scholars

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Welcoming Our 2026 Mount Saint Mary’s University Cohort of Marymount Scholars – June 19, 2026 The Marymount Education Foundation was honored to welcome our 2026 Mount Saint Mary’s University Cohort of Marymount Scholars and their families during our Marymount Scholars Orientation. The evening marked the beginning of each scholar’s journey within the Marymount Scholars Program […]

La Sierra, Marymount foundation $1.15 million agreement expands scholarship program

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La Sierra, Marymount foundation $1.15 million agreement expands scholarship program Executives from Marymount Education Foundation sign and agreement with La Sierra University

La Sierra, Marymount foundation $1.15 million agreement expands scholarship program The Marymount Education Foundation and the university signed a memorandum of understanding in February for the university to receive $1.15 million beginning with a first installment in August under the Marymount Scholars Program. Additional installments will be received in August 2027, 2028, and 2029. The […]

A Winter Day of Learning and Connection at the Huntington

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A Winter Day of Learning and Connection at the Huntington Group shot of Marymount Scholars

A Winter Day of Learning and Connection at The Huntington The Marymount Education Foundation was delighted to host a winter scholar gathering at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, an experience that brought learning, exploration, and connection together in a truly inspiring setting.  Surrounded by the Huntington’s renowned collections and beautiful grounds, Marymount Scholars […]

Sue Soldoff, Ph.D.
Sue Soldoff has a long career in the travel industry as president of S&S Safaris. She actively works to support local charities, including Palos Verdes Performing Arts, Las Candalistas and The Lundquist Institute. She has served on Marymount California University’s Board of Trustees for many years. Sue holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from UC-Berkeley and has taught at various colleges.
Lynn Marsh, CPA
Lynn Marsh served on Marymount California University’s faculty, where she developed and taught the Accounting curriculum and mentored students interested in business and accounting careers. Lynn has held consulting positions with mid-size and start-up businesses to develop business strategies, improve operational efficiency, develop internal control policies and procedures, manage monthly close and financial reporting, provide forensic accounting services, and oversee audit preparation and tax filing services as necessary. Lynn Marsh is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in California.
Marie-Baurier
Sr. Antoine- Marie Baurier, RSHM, Ph.D.
Sister Antoine is a Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM) and served for fifty years on Marymount California University’s faculty. In addition to teaching French and Spanish, she has served on the university’s Board of Trustees and worked as Mission Coordinator and as an Academic Advisor. Sister holds a Ph.D. in French Literature from UCLA.
Ryan Alcantara
Ryan E. Alcantara, Ph.D.

Ryan Alcantara is a dynamic, student-centered leader with over twenty-five years of experience in higher education. He is currently Special Assistant to the Dean of the School of Education. Previously he was the vice president of student affairs at Marymount California University where he oversaw a comprehensive Student Affairs portfolio. Alcantara also worked at Irvine Valley College, UC-Riverside, and CSU-Fullerton, and serves as an adjunct faculty at the University of Southern California in public policy and education. He earned his Ph.D. in Public Administration (USC).

Arian Schauer
Ariane Schauer, Ph.D.
Ariane Schauer served as Provost and Chief Academic Officer of Marymount California University for thirteen years, leading the institution’s academic transformation from a two-year college to a university with bachelor and graduate programs. She brings deep experience and expertise in higher education leadership, accreditation, program development, curriculum, instruction, assessment, advising, learning support, governance and faculty development. She regularly chairs regional accreditation review teams. Dr. Schauer earned a Ph.D. in Economics from UCLA with focus on money and banking, finance and economic development.
Caroline Sayers
Caroline A. Sayers, J.D.
Carolyn Sayers is an experienced attorney who represents businesses and non-profit entities in developing legal strategies to support business operations, mitigate risks, and avoid and navigate complex litigation. Her practice also includes counseling and advising clients in connection with a wide variety of corporate and real estate transactions so as to avoid litigation and minimize exposure to risk. Caroline Sayers is an alumna of Marymount College and Georgetown University, and has been a long-standing member of Marymount California University’s Board of Trustees. Sayers holds a J.D. from Loyola Law School.
Brian Marcott
Brian W.G. Marcotte
An experienced executive, Marcotte retired as CEO of Titan Oil Recovery, Inc. and previously was a corporate vice president of public policy, health environment and safety at Unocal Corp., a multi-national energy resources company. He also served as subsidiary president of international energy operations for the Netherlands, Indonesia and Thailand. He served as chairman of the Unocal Foundation. In 2018, Brian Marcotte became the eighth president of Marymount California University. He has also served as president of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics California Pacific Conference.
Father Mark Villano
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Father Mark Villano is the Associate Director of the University Catholic Center at UCLA. Prior to that, he served as Marymount California University’s Chaplain and Chief Mission Officer. He has also served as a member of Marymount California University’s Board of Trustees. He has taught courses in religion, philosophy, art history, and popular culture, and maintains a strong interest in film and media studies. Fr. Mark holds a Master of Divinity from Catholic University of America and a Master of Fine Arts from the School of Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California.

Dave
David L. Tomblin
Dave Tomblin is a founding partner and served as President/Chief Executive Officer of Tomblin Asset Management Group Inc., a real estate investment and management firm. He has invested in, managed, re-developed, developed, repositioned, re-habilitated, and managed assets and investments of over $1.1 Billion. Dave Tomblin served on Marymount California University’s business faculty for eight years, where he mentored students in their career preparation. His volunteer work has included serving as an elected member of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District; President and member of the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles Area Council, Boy Scouts of America; Founder and member of the USC Caruso Catholic Center Student Mentor Program; and member of the Board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Los Angeles.
Rick Edler
Richard Edler
Rick Edler is the CEO of Vista Sotheby’s International Realty, where he provides the framework and direction for the company’s growth and success as a leader in the South Bay luxury real estate market. He has served on Premier Business Bank’s Board of Advisors and as Vice Chair of Marymount California University’s Board of Trustees. He is co-founder of Agent Bridge, the world’s largest network of elite agents, a member of the National Association of Realtors, and has served as President of the Palos Verdes Board of Realtors. Edler holds a B.S. in Entrepreneurship from USC.