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Mercyhurst mourns passing of 10th president, Michael J. McQuillen Thursday, November 02, 2023 The college community mourns the passing of Dr. Michael John McQuillen, the 10th president of Mercyhurst University, an esteemed professor of History, valued leader, and beloved colleague. He was 79. McQuillen and his wife, Joy, had been living in Tasmania, Australia, for the past two years, enjoying the company of their two sons, David and Daniel, and their grandchildren. Prior to that, they lived in…
Global Gems: Unveiling the valuable contributions of international students Monday, October 30, 2023 Growing up in his home country of Algeria, Mohcine “Mo” Khadraoui recognized students who were viewed as “slow” or “didn’t like school,” at least those are the labels they were given. He knew there were special institutions for youth who were blind, deaf, or had other severe disabilities, but those with mild disabilities were little more than a footnote. “There’s no such thing as special…
Postmodern Jukebox brings time-twisting concert to Mercyhurst in December Wednesday, November 13, 2024 Famed “Pop Music in a Time Machine” concert act Postmodern Jukebox has announced a new world tour to celebrate the dual milestone of their 10th anniversary of touring and their 1,000th show in 2024. Dubbed The ‘10’ Tour, it will stop at Mercyhurst University’s Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 7:30 p.m. Concertgoers can expect a dazzling trip through the PMJ…
Maria Antunez punches through barriers to pursue boxing dream Monday, November 06, 2023 (EDITOR’S NOTE: Maria Antunez Centeno makes her return to the ring on Nov. 22 at the Bayfront Convention Center. She will participate in an exhibition match as part of the Bayfront Brawl, her first match since being sidelined by a knee injury in 2022.) As assistant director of International Student Services at Mercyhurst, most people recognize Maria Antunez Centeno for her efficiency, warm smile, and…
Intel’s Suki Fuller receives belated Distinguished Alumni Award Friday, September 30, 2022 Mercyhurst Intelligence Studies alumna Suki Fuller will do double duty this weekend when she gives two presentations as part of Intel’s 30th anniversary celebration and receives the long-overdue Distinguished Alumni Award she earned in 2019. Since receiving her degree in 2005, Fuller has been a competitive intelligence adviser in the automotive, advertising, pharmaceutical, technology, and defense…
Ryan Scoble returns to Mercyhurst for Lax-for-Life games Friday, October 20, 2023 Having suffered from late-stage heart failure that required a heart transplant for survival, Mercyhurst alumnus Ryan Scoble ’23 can breathe easy now. Still, knowing that his second chance at life was thanks to the generosity of an organ donor, he won’t hold his breath while others may not be so lucky. The 23-year-old Cincinnati native is at the helm of the Lax-for-Life fundraising games taking place at…
Mercyhurst University, Saint Edward High School announce new articulation agreement Thursday, July 11, 2024 Mercyhurst University and Saint Edward High School (SEHS) in Lakewood, Ohio, have entered into an articulation agreement designed to streamline the transition for high-achieving high school students into higher education. This agreement, signed by Mercyhurst President Kathleen A. Getz, Ph.D., and SEHS President K.C. McKenna, promises to enhance educational opportunities and foster…
Fashion Merchandising students host ‘An Eerie Night in Fashion’ Monday, October 23, 2023 To wrap up the spooky season, the public is invited to attend "An Eerie Night in Fashion," hosted by the Visual Merchandising class at Mercyhurst University. Participants will witness the students’ creativity while enjoying exclusive perks at two local shops: Primo Tailoring and Pointe Foure, at 421 and 423 State St., respectively, on Thursday, Nov. 2, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. They can view the new student-…
Sutton Foster kicks off MIAC Live season Sept. 21 Tuesday, September 05, 2023 The Mercyhurst Institute for Arts & Culture kicks off its 2023-24 MIAC Live season on Thursday, Sept. 21, with two-time Tony Award-winning singer, actress, and dancer Sutton Foster, who will perform selections from the American songbook, originals, and Broadway classics. Foster was most recently seen on the Broadway stage as Marian Paroo in the Broadway revival of “The Music Man,” opposite Hugh Jackman. Her…
Hurst course explores iconic singer-songwriter Bob Dylan Thursday, August 31, 2023 The 2016 choice of Bob Dylan was the first time a musician and songwriter had won the Nobel Prize for Literature. It was viewed as a radical choice that divided fans and critics alike. Still, for Mercyhurst University English Professor Jeff Roessner, it was a kindred moment. Roessner has long espoused that brilliant songwriting does indeed rise to the level of literature. He has taught numerous courses on The…