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… Summer PASS Program The Office of Learning Support Services’ summer program is called Pathways to Academic Success for Students (PASS). It takes place three weeks prior to Freshman Move-In. Who is invited to the PASS program? This pre-college program is open to any incoming Mercyhurst student with a documented learning disability. It provides an opportunity for incoming freshmen to adjust to the rigors of college life. What can PASS Program attendees expect? Enroll in a 3-credit college…
… Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst: Transformative experiences beyond campus Wednesday, April 17, 2024 (EDITOR’S NOTE: April is Autism Acceptance Month) A signature component of Mercyhurst University’s program for college students on the autism spectrum is providing them with new experiences beyond campus. During the 15-year history of the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM), students have traveled to New York City; Washington, D.C.; Seattle, Washington; and the Grand Canyon, as well as some…
… with diverse summer course offerings. Get ahead in your college career, delve into a course you couldn’t take in the spring or fall, or accelerate your progress toward an undergraduate or graduate degree. Full-credit courses from across the curriculum are available on campus or online, offering flexible and convenient access to Mercyhurst’s expert faculty and dynamic learning experiences at summer tuition rates that are among the lowest in the region. Tuition for traditional visiting students…
… business, and many other exciting fields. Undergraduate Undergraduate B.A. in Political Science The political science major, which leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree, is designed to provide a sound basis for both graduate studies and professional success in government service, law, teaching, applied politics, journalism, foreign service, and many other fields. In fact, Mercyhurst’s Political Science Department has a long record of producing some of the most accomplished and award-winning…
… Hurst version of Amazing Race challenges students on spectrum Thursday, July 07, 2022 Pre-college students on the autism spectrum who are enrolled in Mercyhurst University’s CREATE* summer program will step outside their comfort zones as they navigate downtown Erie through a series of challenges reminiscent of the CBS reality series, The Amazing Race. During July, Mercyhurst is home to 21 young people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are testing the waters of college life.…
… PAL students explore career fields in cyber security, intelligence at Mercyhurst Monday, July 17, 2023 Not everyone who aspires to a career in law enforcement is comfortable being a cop. Many other jobs can be equally challenging and rewarding, like being a cybercrime investigator, digital forensic examiner, or intelligence analyst. These types of careers will be explored by 20 middle and high school students at Mercyhurst University on Wednesday, July 19, when the Police Athletic League (PAL…
… Mercyhurst extends AIM’s mission through innovative IGNITE program Thursday, March 13, 2025 Continuing its outreach to neurodivergent high school students, the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) announces the launch of IGNITE, a summer college preparedness camp for rising sophomores and juniors on the spectrum. The new program extends the higher education experience to a younger segment of the high school population, capitalizing on AIM’s 15-year success with CREATE, a summer program for…
… Students dive into adventure with underwater studies in Bonaire Wednesday, June 12, 2024 In perhaps Mercyhurst University’s most unique Faculty-Student Academic Travel (FSAT) excursion— hailed by co-leader Pete Stadtmueller as “one of a kind”—12 students traveled to Bonaire, an island in the Caribbean off the Venezuelan coast, where they earned scuba diving certifications and studied Underwater Archaeology and Underwater Photography/Videography. The setting was pristine, the planning precise…
… Mercyhurst redefines Data Science major, giving AI top billing Tuesday, January 07, 2025 As Artificial Intelligence (AI) grows in popularity as a field of study in higher education and the job market surges with demand for AI specialists, Mercyhurst University is rising to meet the burgeoning interest from students. Instruction in AI has been part of the university’s popular Data Science major for more than six years, predating the rise of AI and ChatGPT to mainstream prominence. To reflect…
… Fashion Merchandising Bachelor of Science The business of fashion is complex, fast-paced and profitable. Don’t mistake this for a garment construction program — our comprehensive, business-oriented curriculum provides students with an in-depth look into the fashion industry. This includes courses in fashion history, product line development, buying and planning, distribution, visual merchandising, textiles, styling, and brand marketing. It’s our mission to prepare students for professional…