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Mercyhurst establishes new project to promote civil discourse Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Living in a climate of social divisiveness, where people of differing opinions give each other little room to express their thoughts without judgment, tends to leave only those at the extremes to talk about an issue, contributing to high levels of negativity in civil discourse. Of all the places where meaningful conversations should be the norm, it’s higher education, say educators at Mercyhurst University in…
Mercyhurst junior wins top art prize with haunting self-portrait Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Mercyhurst junior Ava Forsyth pours her past into the charcoal drawing, capturing a childhood lost too soon. In her prize-winning self-portrait, she reflects on the years she was forced to grow up fast—each pencil stroke a testament to grief, resilience, and the pieces of youth she’s still searching to reclaim. While Ava finds the piece deeply cathartic, she acknowledges that its stark realism may not…
Laker Legacy: From the Gridiron to Nashville: Garrett Owens’ next big play Thursday, March 20, 2025 Anyone who recalls Mercyhurst Laker Garrett Owens ’20 envisions a powerhouse on the gridiron—a dynamic 6’3”, 225-pound running back who was impossible to ignore. After graduating from Mercyhurst with a degree in Finance, Owens continued his eligibility as a grad student with the Duquesne University Dukes and then went on to play professionally for the XFL Houston Roughnecks. As much as he’s…
Mercyhurst Athletics Golf Outing Mercyhurst University is proud to announce its fifth annual Mercyhurst University Athletics Golf Outing on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the Whispering Woods Golf Club in Erie, PA. Mercyhurst is proud to have over 750 student-athletes competing in 30 varsity sports at the Division I level. Get ready for a day of fun, competition, and community as we celebrate our growth and the exciting success of our transition to Division I — our commitment to providing our…
Sustainability through a child’s eyes: Camille Licate ’96 leads Earth Day talk Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Image With her signature red hair, radiant smile, and warmhearted charm, Camille Licate ’96 naturally connects with children. It’s no surprise that when this Mercyhurst University Distinguished Alumna founded “Kids for Positive Change” in 2017, it was a perfect fit. Through her multimedia educational company, Licate empowers young people to take action for animals, people, and the planet. As…
Need a ride? How MUber is changing the way Lakers travel Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Image Three years ago, Mercyhurst Student Government (MSG) introduced a Valentine’s Day gift that keeps on giving: a partnership with Uber to enhance on-demand transportation for students. Through the “MUber” program, MSG sponsors $5 off two rides per day with the popular rideshare company. “The MUber program continues to be one of our most impactful initiatives,” said Assistant Vice President for Student Life…
Immigration & Community: Mercyhurst event sparks dialogue on Erie’s future Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Mercyhurst University’s daylong mini-conference on Saturday, April 5, offers a deep dive into the theme of “Moving Forward Together: Erie and Immigration.” Running from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event kicks off with registration and a continental breakfast in the Waterford Room of Ryan Hall, followed by sessions at various campus locations. “We are hosting this conference to align with this…
Global Meetings Industry Day: Mercyhurst’s Zohos to address generational shifts in hospitality Thursday, March 27, 2025 Image Peter Zohos, dean of the School of Business & Applied Business at Mercyhurst University, will play a prominent role in this year’s Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), a day of advocacy highlighting the powerful impact of meetings, trade shows, conferences, and events on people, businesses, and communities when he delivers the keynote address at Pittsburgh’s local…
Class Note Examples Class Note Examples Class Note Examples Events Benefits Give The Alumni Relations staff at Mercyhurst University have published the following guidelines for writing an effective class note. Class notes are generally reserved for major life events that might be of interest to fellow alumni. Relevant events include: Engagements and marriages Births and adoptions Professional accomplishments Educational accomplishments Deaths of close family members Class notes should be…
Alumni Awards Alumni Awards Alumni Awards Events Benefits Give Since 1968, Mercyhurst University has presented this achievement award to recognize outstanding contributions made by its graduates in the following areas: Outstanding Achievement in a Chosen Field Outstanding Service to Mercyhurst University Outstanding Service to Community Young Alumna Award In 1993, an Outstanding Young Alumni Award was established to be awarded to a graduate of not more than 15 years ago. In 1997, in memory of…