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History of Hammermill Library Image With the exponential expansion of Mercyhurst since its opening in 1926, it is no surprise that the older buildings have served varied functions over the years, with departments and academic services shifting location to accommodate the changing needs of students and staff. One of the most ‘nomadic’ services on campus has been the Mercyhurst Library. Today, it is hard to imagine Mercyhurst without Hammermill Library, the large, modern facility that welcomes…
Mercyhurst faculty's Irish experience plants seeds for centennial celebration Monday, July 15, 2024 Image It was a journey unlike any other, filled with rewarding learning experiences, moments of profound inspiration, spiritual growth, and joyous camaraderie. It also planted the seed of a potential centennial project, eyed as part of Mercyhurst University’s 100-year celebration slated for 2026-2027. It all began May 26 in Dublin, Ireland, where three Mercyhurst travelers—Drs. Maria Garase,…
Cathleen Atchison Instructor, Applied Crisis and Emergency Management Contact Information EMAIL: catchison@mercyhurst.edu … Cathleen Atchison …
Mercyhurst University hosts release of Erie County’s Community Action Plan for Children & Families Monday, July 15, 2024 The Community Action Plan of the Erie County Policy and Planning Council for Children and Families (PPC) will be released Tuesday, July 16, at a press conference hosted by the PPC, UnifiedErie, and the Mercyhurst University Civic Institute. The event takes place on the Mercyhurst campus at 10 a.m. in Mercy Heritage Room of Sullivan Hall. The PPC is a county-wide…
Breaking stereotypes: Mercyhurst hosts youth camp with Police Athletic League, highlighting modern law enforcement roles Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Image Let’s try a word association game: I say “law enforcement,” you say… Very likely you’ll respond with “police” or maybe “cop.” What you won’t say is “cybercrime investigator,” “digital forensic examiner,” or “intelligence analyst.” And yet it's all part and parcel of enforcing the law today. That’s what 30 middle and high school students will learn…
Grant paves way for no-cost bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Image Qualifying employees of licensed childcare centers can now earn their Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education at Mercyhurst University for free, thanks to a grant from the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). The award establishes scholarships that cover tuition, fees, and books (room and board charges are not covered). Additional supports, like being assigned…
Mercyhurst awarded $5.5 million grant for community learning centers Thursday, July 18, 2024 The Mercyhurst University Department of Education has received $5.5 million in federal funds to support its innovative after-school community learning centers—the Mercyhurst Early Learning Innovation Academy (MELIA) and its new Compass Academy—for the next five years. The highly competitive award, allocated through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers federal grant program and…
Chrystie Raymond Vice President for Advancement Contact Information OFFICE: Egan Hall 204 EMAIL: craymond@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-3331 … Chrystie Raymond …
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 the…
Don Gibbon: A lifelong champion redefining limits at 60 Wednesday, January 08, 2025 For Don Gibbon, a proud alumnus of Mercyhurst University’s Class of 1986, age is more than just a number—it’s a platform for greatness. At 60, Gibbon has shattered expectations and etched his name among the elite in natural bodybuilding. On Dec. 6, 2024, he triumphed in the Amateur Grand Masters Class of Mr. Natural Olympia, emerging as the oldest competitor in the 50-59 age group to claim victory. The next day…