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Sennett Institute speaker to address inclusive spirituality at Mercyhurst Oct. 4 Friday, September 16, 2022 Dr. Andrew Prevot, associate professor of theology at Boston College, will bring his message of social justice and inclusion to Mercyhurst University on Tuesday, Oct. 4, when he delivers the annual lecture hosted by the William C. Sennett Institute for Mercy and Catholic Studies. The lecture at 7 p.m. in Walker Recital Hall is free and open to the public. No tickets are required. In his…
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — Brad McGarry Monday, September 19, 2022 Abby Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette recounts Brad McGarry's unparalleled work with our AIM program and his continued perseverance in his battle against ALS. Read the full story, "Mercyhurst autism program leader continues to inspire others as he faces ALS," courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. … Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — Brad McGarry …
AIM opens highway to success for autistic drivers Wednesday, September 21, 2022 For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), life can seem like a series of roadblocks. The Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) strives to help students overcome them on their way to leading productive, independent lives. Today, the award-winning program, now under the auspices of the Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity, is tackling another one of those roadblocks by teaching students on the spectrum to…
Mercyhurst lends expertise to strengthen preparedness against cyberattacks Friday, September 23, 2022 Once again, Mercyhurst University has been called upon to share its expertise in cybersecurity as part of a communitywide effort to recognize and defend against cyberbreaches in the region’s public and private sectors. Dr. Chris Mansour, assistant professor of Cyber Security at Mercyhurst, joined speakers from the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Secret Service to discuss the effect of cyberattacks…
Wickedly entertaining satirist Fran Lebowitz to engage Mercyhurst audience Monday, September 26, 2022 Join legendary author, journalist, and social observer Fran Lebowitz for a live, in-conversation event, including an interview with MIAC Artistic Director Dr. Brett D. Johnson followed by an audience Q&A and book signing, on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Mercyhurst University’s Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center. In a cultural landscape filled with endless pundits and talking heads,…
Mercyhurst honors 2021-2022 Dean's List recipients Thursday, September 29, 2022 Mercyhurst University is celebrating the achievements of 722 students who earned a place on the Dean's List for the 2021-2022 academic year. The Dean's List is computed annually after summer term, which marks the end of the academic year. It is based on the completion of a minimum of 24 credits with a cumulative index of at least 3.6 out of a possible 4.0 each semester. "I am gratified to see so many of our…
Lakers team with 115 colleges to fight stigma associated with mental health issues Friday, September 30, 2022 Mercyhurst University is teaming up with a national foundation to better monitor the mental health of student-athletes. The university is one of 115 schools participating in the third annual College Football Mental Health Week Oct. 1-8 created by the Hilinski Hope Foundation. The foundation was founded by Mark and Kym Hilinski in memory of their son, Tyler, a quarterback at Washington…
Michael Feinstein celebrates Judy Garland's 100-year legacy with flair Wednesday, October 12, 2022 Legendary performer Michael Feinstein salutes the great Judy Garland on her 100th birthday with “Get Happy! Michael Feinstein Celebrates the Judy Garland Centennial,” coming to Mercyhurst University’s Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Executive produced by Liza Minnelli, this brand-new multimedia show features film clips, never-before-seen photos, rare audio…
Roche Guest Artists Series presents Schleuning-Pegis Duo Tuesday, October 18, 2022 The second installment in the 2022-2023 Roche Guest Artists Series—the Schleuning-Pegis Duo for Violin & Cello—takes place on Monday, Oct. 24, at 8 p.m. in Walker Recital Hall at Mercyhurst University. The program is free and open to the public, made possible by the generosity of the Terry and Margaret M. Roche Family. The performance is also available via livestream on the D'Angelo Department of Music…
Mercyhurst Dancers defy, embrace gravity in November production Monday, October 24, 2022 Featuring a mixed repertoire of classical and contemporary works, the Mercyhurst Dancers present “Grace and Gravity” at the Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center Nov. 11-20. From an effervescent display of musical prowess to a world premiere, the concert features two faculty-choreographed dances, one restaging of a classical repertoire, and three pieces by guest choreographer Sidra Bell. In all, the program…