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‘Black freedom, the struggle for American democracy’ Tuesday, February 28, 2023 (EDITOR’S NOTE: This is an editorial written by Mercyhurst History Professor Dr. Chris Magoc in observance of Black History Month. It was featured in the Erie Times-News on Sunday, Feb. 26.) In June 1863, amid debate in Harrisburg on a bill to prohibit racial segregation on public streetcars in Pennsylvania, Erie businessman and abolitionist state senator Morrow Barr Lowry declared that "the government or the…
Smart to address future of competitive intelligence at IntelliCon Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Lindy Smart, executive director of the Department of Intelligence Studies at Mercyhurst University, is slated to present at IntelliCon 2023, widely known as the “premier intelligence and strategy event” for competitive intelligence (CI) professionals. Smart is the only representative of academia among the 52 CI professionals scheduled to speak at the April 17-19 event hosted by Strategic and Competitive…
MSG speaker Autumn Rose shares message of self-love and empowerment Friday, February 02, 2024 Mercyhurst Student Government welcomes motivational speaker and educator Autumn Rose Miskweminanocauq Williams to campus on Monday, Feb. 12, at 8:30 p.m. in Walker Recital Hall. An offering of the MSG Speakers Series, her talk is free and open to the public. Williams was born and raised on the Shinnecock Reservation in Southampton, New York. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a…
Global buzz grows for Aaron Tveit’s return to Mercyhurst Friday, April 11, 2025 Image (EDITOR’S NOTE: Although this performance is sold out, a limited number of additional tickets may become available closer to the concert date, Thursday, May 1. For the most up-to-date availability, please contact the box office at 814-824-3000 .) The 2024–25 MIAC Live season comes to a thrilling close as Tony Award-winning theatre, television, and film star Aaron Tveit makes his much-anticipated return to…
Mercyhurst names veteran intelligence leader Ted Stanich to head esteemed Intelligence Studies program Thursday, April 24, 2025 Image Mercyhurst University is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Stanich as executive director of its nationally recognized Intelligence Studies program. A distinguished federal service veteran, Stanich brings over three decades of leadership experience in law enforcement, intelligence, critical infrastructure protection, national and homeland security, and…
Intramural Sports One of the many ways that our campus community embraces our Lakers is through intramural sports, which consist of casual, fun athletic leagues held throughout the academic year. In addition to providing students a great way to get involved and meet new people, intramural sports give an opportunity to stay active and make use of the university's many recently renovated indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. Intramural sports are open to all Mercyhurst students, regardless of…
New Mission & Vision Statements Approved In Time For Centennial Friday, April 25, 2025 (EDITOR’S NOTE: President Kathleen A. Getz, Ph.D., released the following letter to the university community on April 25, 2025.) Dear Mercyhurst Community, I am pleased to share that the Board of Trustees and the Conference for Mercy Higher Education have approved new mission and vision statements for the university. These refreshed statements reflect more than two years of collaboration among the board…
Mercyhurst Graphic Design students bring Erie Fire Department’s story to life Friday, April 25, 2025 Students in the Computer Illustration Techniques course of Mercyhurst University’s Graphic Design program are wrapping up a meaningful and creative project: illustrating a coloring book for the Erie Fire Department. This collaboration has been a months-long effort, bringing together artistic skill and community engagement in a project that will soon reach thousands of young students across the…
Graduation 2025: Mercyhurst celebrates 727 degree recipients Monday, April 28, 2025 Mercyhurst University will honor the accomplishments of its Class of 2025 on Sunday, May 11. Among the 727 total graduates are 51 international students and 176 student-athletes. The traditional commencement will celebrate 540 students, among them 500 baccalaureate degree recipients and 40 associate degree candidates. The ceremony takes place at 2 p.m. in the Erie Insurance Arena. Meanwhile, earlier in the day,…
Graduation 2025: Jay Tonks named Carpe Diem Award winner Monday, April 28, 2025 Image At Mercyhurst University, the Carpe Diem Award represents the pinnacle of senior achievement—a testament to students who fully embody leadership, service, and the spirit of the university’s mission. This year, that honor belongs to James "Jay" Tonks, a student whose legacy will be woven into the fabric of Mercyhurst for years to come. From his first days on campus, Jay embodied the heart of a true Laker:…