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… Mercyhurst families Friday, December 16, 2022 His beard may not be natural or his stature burly, but his laugh is deep and cheery and, for the many children he has greeted at Mercyhurst each Christmas, there’s no mistaking: He IS Santa Claus. This holiday season marks three decades that Barry McAndrew has donned his red velvet suit and cap, black patent belt and boots, and, of course, fluffy, white beard. Whether entertaining at Breakfast with Santa or the university’s one-time Christmas on…
… company. “The MUber program continues to be one of our most impactful initiatives,” said Assistant Vice President for Student Life Sarah Allen. “It provides students with a reliable and affordable transportation option, especially during high-traffic times like St. Patrick’s Day. We’re proud to offer a service that prioritizes both convenience and safety.” Speaking of St. Patrick’s Day, MUber provided 183 rides to Mercyhurst students over the holiday weekend, March 14-17, said Director of…
… exclusively by esteemed faculty, earn transferrable college credits, and make modest monthly payments automatically charged to a credit or debit card. In addition, the credits may be eligible for dual enrollment at the student’s high school. Finally, students who later enroll at Mercyhurst will be eligible for a scholarship that effectively covers the costs associated with Accelerated Scholars; This means students can complete an entire semester of coursework before ever setting foot on…
… American Heart Association Basic Life Support Trainings Mercyhurst University offers American Heart Association (AHA) Basis Life Support (BLS) courses to the campus community and the general public for certification. AHA BLS Training AHA BLS Training Mercyhurst University is now offering American Heart Association (AHA) Basis Life Support (BLS) courses to the campus community and the general public. These sessions are open to those interested in earning their certification to meet program and…
… Wellness Fair promotes health and well-being for students, employees Wednesday, February 05, 2025 Image Dozens of students and employees are expected to visit Mercy Heritage Room on Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., to explore resources and strategies for leading healthier lives at the university’s annual Wellness Fair. Hosted by Campus Health and Well-being, the event features a variety of interactive booths and activities designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-…
… of the cornerstone for the original college complex, envisioned as a classical Gothic structure, occurred on August 25, 1925, and drew a crowd of thousands of onlookers. A year later, Mercyhurst College opened its doors to its first group of students on September 20, 1926. At the time, twenty-three young women comprised its student body, while its faculty consisted of seventeen Sisters of Mercy. In the years that followed, construction was completed on several signature features of the campus…
… Laker football team at Tullio Field to filling the Mercyhurst Ice Center on winter weekends to watch men’s and women’s hockey in action, much of Mercyhurst’s vibrant student life celebrates the skill and hard work of the Laker athletic teams. But Mercyhurst’s athletic program has humble beginnings. Within a few years after its founding as an all-women's college, Mercyhurst’s foremost athletic offerings consisted of a field hockey team and women’s basketball. The main sports organization…
… Register for Homecoming Register Friday, Oct. 3, to Sunday, Oct. 5 We’ve all heard the phrase "Hurst is Home," but during Homecoming Weekend, it becomes a powerful reminder that Hurst is ALWAYS home—whether you’re a recent graduate or it has been 50 or 60 years since you walked across campus. Everyone is invited to join in the celebration! Below you will find the full schedule of events and link to register to attend. Homecoming Weekend anniversary celebrations include the Men'…
… came to college not knowing the right major for us—so we understand! Undergraduate Undergraduate We invite you to come and explore Mercyhurst with us. Your future is filled with possibilities! Enrolling in university to pursue a degree is all about learning new things—about the world and about ourselves. For many students, it makes sense to explore all a university has to offer before deciding on a major. After all, many of us don’t even know what our options are when we first set foot on…
… funds to create the Mercy Fund for Ministry, providing a grant opportunity for their many Mercy ministries,” explained Mercyhurst Vice President for Mission Dr. Greg Baker. “They specifically sought grant requests connected to their five critical concerns, one being care for the Earth.” With its allocation, Mercyhurst will hire a part-time sustainability coordinator who will work to implement efficiencies in materials use and waste practices and conduct audits of energy use across campus. The…