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Applied Sociology Bachelor of Arts Mercyhurst University's bachelor of arts degree in applied sociology provides a core of knowledge, first hand experience with conducting research, and the necessary social values to prepare students for careers or advanced degrees in the field of sociology. The program maintains an educational philosophy characterized by the sharing of learning between professor and student. Students with sociological research and theoretical skills will find themselves with a…
Exploratory Studies The Exploratory Studies program at Mercyhurst is designed to help students learn to navigate the university while exploring what programs fit their interests and skill sets. Our dedicated team of Exploratory Faculty Advisors works with you, other faculty, and Academic Support to provide you with an environment where you can experience all Mercyhurst has to offer before choosing a program to specialize in. Many of us came to college not knowing the right major for us—so we…
Mercyhurst sets new NEC academic record, wins 2024–25 Institutional Award Friday, June 20, 2025 Mercyhurst University has been named the recipient of the 2024–25 NEC Institutional Academic Award—setting a new conference record for academic excellence. With a cumulative GPA of 3.536 across all 18 of its NEC-sponsored sports, Mercyhurst surpassed the previous all-time high of 3.489, set by Long Island University in 2019–20. This remarkable achievement underscores the outstanding commitment of…
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Physician Assistant students! Monday, June 23, 2025 The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is proud to announce that the graduating Class of 2025 has achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE)! This outstanding accomplishment reflects the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our students, faculty, and clinical partners. We commend our graduates for their commitment to the highest…
EmmaLeigh Kirchner, Ph.D. Chair, Department of Social Justice & Community Health; Associate Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice Contact Information OFFICE: Preston 115 EMAIL: ekirchner@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-2328 Dr. Kirchner is an associate professor of Criminal Justice. She has conducted numerous research projects on parenting and its effect on delinquency, which can be found in several journals including: The American Journal of Criminal Justice and Criminal Justice…
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Peggy Black, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus Contact Information EMAIL: pblack@mercyhurst.edu … Peggy Black, Ph.D. …
Amy Burniston, Ph.D. Associate Professor Contact Information OFFICE: Hirt 300D EMAIL: aburniston@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-2437 About Dr. Burniston Teaching Interests Dr. Burniston has taught at all Mercyhurst University levels (associate, undergraduate, and graduate) across varying formats (traditional lecture-based courses, online courses, clinical courses, and traditional science labs). Across all of the varying courses, formats, and audiences, Dr. Burniston focuses on evidence-based…
Phillip Belfiore, Ph.D. Department Chair, Education; Program Director; Graduate Special Education, Professor Contact Information OFFICE: Hirt 300B EMAIL: pbelfiore@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-2267 Dr. Phillip Belfiore, Ph.D., is the department chair of the graduate program in special education and applied disability studies. Dr. Belfiore began teaching at Mercyhurst University in 1995, and is now a tenured full professor. Prior to Mercyhurst University, Dr. Belfiore was an associate professor…
Matthew Weaver, Ph.D. Chair, Department of Psychology, Associate Professor Contact Information OFFICE: Briggs 102b EMAIL: mweaver@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: (814) 824-2733 Dr. Matthew T. Weaver is an associate professor and chair of the Department of Psychology at Mercyhurst University. His scholarly interests include behavioral and neurobiological processes of drug abuse and impulsivity. He is a strong advocate for undergraduate research and is the Director of the Laboratory of Addictive and…