Marist University
Definition
A private Roman Catholic liberal arts university located in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States.
Formerly known as Marist College until 2025, it was founded in 1929 by the Marist Brothers and offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs blending liberal arts with pre-professional studies.
Ranked highly among regional universities in the North, Marist is known for its scenic campus along the Hudson River and strong alumni network.
Examples
After pulling an all-nighter at Marist University, I finally decoded the fox mascot's secret: it's a metaphor for outsmarting sleep.
My tour of Marist University convinced me – with that Hudson River view, even failing a pop quiz feels like winning at Monopoly.
Marist University grads are like Red Foxes: sleek, sneaky successful, and always one latte ahead of the competition.
Choosing Marist University was easy; their study abroad options make 'gap year' sound like a participation trophy.