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Renowned ecological economist Jon Erickson to speak at Mercyhurst Monday, January 27, 2025 Mercyhurst University is proud to welcome renowned ecological economist Jon Erickson to deliver a presentation on “The Progress Illusion: Reclaiming our Future from the Fairytale of Economics,” after his book of the same name, on Thursday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m. in Mercy Heritage Room. The talk is free and open to the public. Erickson is the Blittersdorf Professor of Sustainability Science and Policy and…
Making History: Mercyhurst President Kathleen Getz recognized for community leadership Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Mercyhurst University President Kathleen A. Getz, Ph.D., is among 15 Erie area women being honored by the Mercy Center for Women for the ways they positively influence the lives of people in their community. The women will be recognized at the 32nd annual “Women Making History” event on Monday, March 31, at 7 p.m. in the Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center. “I am deeply honored to…
Centennial spotlight: Docuseries brings a century of stories to life Friday, January 31, 2025 Mercyhurst University is gearing up for a milestone celebration unlike any other—its 100-year journey is being brought to life in an exciting 10-part docuseries titled “Mercyhurst UnArchived.” This ambitious project will take viewers on a captivating journey through the university’s rich history, from its founding to its vibrant present, with each 10-minute episode symbolically representing a decade of…
100 years of Mercyhurst: Honoring tradition, inspiring tomorrow Friday, January 31, 2025 Excitement is building as Mercyhurst University begins construction of its official Centennial Celebration website—a vibrant gateway to commemorating 100 years of academic excellence, service, and community impact. Although the grand observance officially kicks off in 2026, you can dive into the celebration now by exploring exclusive content that captures the spirit of Mercyhurst through the decades. From…
Breaking records and serving communities: Mercyhurst's impactful NEC debut Friday, January 31, 2025 Mercyhurst University’s transition to Division I Athletics was widely anticipated to be a gradual process. However, the university has quickly achieved impressive milestones across athletics, academics, and community service. Image One of Mercyhurst’s standout achievements came in the Northeast Conference’s (NEC) annual food drive. The university claimed first place, ending Saint Francis…
Intel student’s Russian aircraft database earns praise from U.S. Army Friday, January 31, 2025 Monika Benesh never expected a class assignment to open doors to the U.S. Army, but that’s exactly what happened. Image As part of her studies in Mercyhurst University's Intelligence Studies program, the Hamburg, New York, native meticulously compiled a 98-page database cataloging Russian military and civilian aircraft, using only open-source materials. She scoured publicly available information,…
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-being…
Series of engaging events set to celebrate Black History Month Wednesday, February 05, 2025 Image Mercyhurst University will host a series of engaging and creative events celebrating Black History Month throughout February. Programming for Black History Month is coordinated through the Multicultural & Student Activities Council and Black Students for Unity said Jessica Hubert, assistant director for Leadership & Belonging | Campus Involvement Center, who is overseeing the series. BSU is…
Saint John’s, Mercyhurst partner for accelerated theology master’s program Wednesday, February 05, 2025 Image Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary in Collegeville, Minnesota, and Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, announce the signing of a 4+1 agreement for Mercyhurst students to earn a Master of Arts in Theology degree at an accelerated pace. The accelerated program is open to Mercyhurst students of any major and allows them to access coursework in Theology at Saint John’s…
Honoring Mercyhurst women: A month of reflection, celebration, and legacy Friday, February 07, 2025 Image What better way to celebrate Women’s History Month at Mercyhurst University than by honoring the women who started it all—the Sisters of Mercy—and those women who continue to sustain their legacy nearly 100 years later. The Mercyhurst Alumni Office has planned a March observance replete with historic, engaging, and celebratory events. The itinerary calls for four social events accompanied…