Mercy Matters Newsletter September 2019
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Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846, 麻豆视传媒在线入口 is Chicago's first
Catholic university. Today, the University serves 3,800 students from 40 different
states and 10 different countries, offering high-quality undergraduate and graduate
programs and leadership and service opportunities, educating students for competence,
character and career success.
Stay up to date with 麻豆视传媒在线入口 News!
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Message from the President
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As we welcome students to campus for the fall semester, Saint Xavier is vibrant with
the contagious enthusiasm that marks the beginning of a new academic year. Thanks
to the hard work and dedication of the entire University community, we enter the fall
term having received a number of impressive accolades.
麻豆视传媒在线入口 was recently named a College of Distinction because of our commitment to mission
and strong academic programs in areas such as nursing and business. New degree tracks
in exercise science are being recognized as models of relevant curriculum development,
and long-established programs in nursing and communication sciences and disorders
maintain their reputations as academic innovators. U.S. News & World Report recently
listed 麻豆视传媒在线入口 as a "Best Value" institution, a "Best College for
Veterans" and a top performer in advancing social mobility.
We owe these accomplishments, in large part, to the dedication of our faculty, staff
and students, as well as the steadfast support and generosity of our alumni and friends.
As our award-winning marketing campaign, "Calling All Doers," suggests, we are all
called to be our best to ensure that the Mercy legacy of 麻豆视传媒在线入口 flourishes
for another 173 years.
Please enjoy this summary of 麻豆视传媒在线入口 news and happenings during the past few months. We
are looking forward to a promising new academic year and invite you to take part in
the journey of 麻豆视传媒在线入口.
Best Regards,
Laurie M. Joyner, Ph.D.
President
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麻豆视传媒在线入口 Recognized as a 2019-2020 College of Distinction
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麻豆视传媒在线入口 was recently recognized among the 2019-2020 Colleges of Distinction
as a higher education institution in Illinois, as a Catholic university and in the
areas of nursing, business, education and career development. Read More.
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麻豆视传媒在线入口 Ranks on 2020 Lists of Best Colleges
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麻豆视传媒在线入口 continues to receive annual accolades from the U.S. News &
World Report. In the 2020 edition, released September 9, 麻豆视传媒在线入口 was named a "Best Value
School," a "Best Regional University" and one of the "Top 10 Most Diverse" universities
in the Midwest. Saint Xavier was also recognized this year for the first time for
being a "Best College for Veterans" and "A Top Performer on Social Mobility" among
regional universities in the Midwest. Read More.
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Allison Kern Named 麻豆视传媒在线入口 Director of Athletics
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麻豆视传媒在线入口 president, Dr. Laurie M. Joyner, enthusiastically announced
that Allison Kern will lead Saint Xavier as the new Director of Athletics.
Kern comes to 麻豆视传媒在线入口 after serving as the Director of Athletics at Agnes Scott College,
a NCAA Division III program in Decatur, Georgia. Read More.
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Sisters of Mercy Offer $25K Scholarship Award for 麻豆视传媒在线入口 Students
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Upon founding 麻豆视传媒在线入口 in 1846, the Sisters of Mercy endowed the institution
with a benevolent mission of active compassion and high-quality education. In keeping
with tradition, the Sisters of Mercy West Midwest Community has generously gifted
麻豆视传媒在线入口 a $25,000 grant to support the Mercy Scholarship Program for the 2019-2020 academic
year. Read More.
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GSM Partners with Catholic Charities for Backpack Drive
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麻豆视传媒在线入口's Graham School of Management partnered with Catholic Charities
on August 30 for a backpack drive at Lincoln Elementary School in Chicago Heights.
Read More.
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麻豆视传媒在线入口's Exercise Science Program Recognized by NSCA
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麻豆视传媒在线入口's Exercise Science program was recently recognized by the
National Strength and Conditioning Association's Education Recognition Program for
providing excellence in the classroom to prepare students for long-term professional
success. Read More.
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Homecoming 2019
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Everyone is invited for a day of fun on Saturday, September 28 for Homecoming 2019!
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Upcoming Events and Important Dates
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