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Mount Mary University Announces New Programs, Launching Fall 2024
Mount Mary Announces New Master of Social Work Degree
Mount Mary welcomes Jessica Mulligan as vice president of advancement
Exceptional alumnae and Mount Mary Starving Artists’ Show to be honored
Business school announces enhancements
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Business school announces enhancements

Program adds concentration in human resources, shortened pathway to MBA

Tuition discounts and free housing for summer class students
National accolades for Interior Architecture & Design
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National accolades for Interior Architecture & Design

Report notes diversity, excellent faculty and ties to Milwaukee and Chicago industry

Mental health supporters take the stage
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Mental health supporters take the stage

Local experts at Voices of Leadership event will highlight community resources

2022-23 Best Colleges Report: Mount Mary University continues to lead Midwest in diversity and social mobility
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2022-23 Best Colleges Report: Mount Mary University continues to lead Midwest in diversity and social mobility

2022-23 rankings in U.S. News & World Report remain consistently strong

Mount Mary names new vice president
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Mount Mary names new vice president

Andrea Stapleton to assume inaugural role of vice president for mission and justice

Isabelle Cherney named Mount Mary’s 13th president
Iconic student designer fashion show reimagined for 2022
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Iconic student designer fashion show reimagined for 2022

Front-row seating for all as historic hallways become fashion runways

New exercise science degree prepares students for action
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New exercise science degree prepares students for action

Students may work as certified trainers and fitness instructors as they study

Mount Mary awarded $7.8 million in federal grants in 2021
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Mount Mary awarded $7.8 million in federal grants in 2021

Hispanic-Serving Institution designation opens opportunities for all students

Restructured MBA program increases options
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Restructured MBA program increases options

Updated program offers flexibility, leadership in diverse environments

CREO celebration of student fashion design moves online
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CREO celebration of student fashion design moves online

Video premiere event set for Friday, May 14

Mount Mary to offer 4-year BSN in 2021
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Mount Mary to offer 4-year BSN in 2021

6,500 learning space for nursing program currently under construction

Intergenerational housing planned for Mount Mary campus
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Intergenerational housing planned for Mount Mary campus

Students who are single mothers and their children to live alongside retired sisters, seniors

Burke Foundation to receive first-ever President’s Award
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Burke Foundation to receive first-ever President’s Award

Five alumnae also honored for achievements at Oct. 4 Awards Night

Mount Mary receives top mentions in the U.S. News & World 2020 Best Colleges Report
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Mount Mary receives top mentions in the U.S. News & World 2020 Best Colleges Report

University recognized for diversity, social mobility

Remarkable art show celebrates 50th milestone
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Remarkable art show celebrates 50th milestone

Admission is $10 and supports student scholarships.

Just announced: Featured artists named for Starving Artists’ Show
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Just announced: Featured artists named for Starving Artists’ Show

The artists’ specialties range from pottery to fiber art, glasswork, jewelry, painting and more.

Japanese children’s choir to perform at Mount Mary July 22
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Japanese children’s choir to perform at Mount Mary July 22

The choir, comprised of elementary and junior high girls, will perform on campus as part of a five-day visit to the area.

Advanced degree in food science to grow opportunities for careers, research
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Advanced degree in food science to grow opportunities for careers, research

The MS in Food Science, which begins in fall, is open to working professionals and anyone with an undergraduate major, particularly in chemistry or biology.

Mount Mary, Moraine Park Technical College announce “Nursing 1-2-1” program to address regional need for bachelor’s prepared nurses
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Mount Mary, Moraine Park Technical College announce “Nursing 1-2-1” program to address regional need for bachelor’s prepared nurses

Students entering the Nursing 1-2-1 program can enjoy the full range of benefits associated with both Mount Mary and Moraine Park.

Oconomowoc student awarded Fulbright
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Oconomowoc student awarded Fulbright

Fulbright winner MiKayla Galloway among Mount Mary’s 270 graduates

CREO Senior Exhibitions: A celebration of art and design
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CREO Senior Exhibitions: A celebration of art and design

CREO: Senior Exhibitions highlight the final senior projects of 15 students in four departments.

Play ball! Film documents the game that changed the world
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Play ball! Film documents the game that changed the world

This film touches on the themes of race, equality, forgiveness and healing.

Generous scholarship program expands partnership with four additional Milwaukee community-based organizations
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Generous scholarship program expands partnership with four additional Milwaukee community-based organizations

Incoming freshmen have until November 13 to apply for program

$3 million federal grant continues university’s momentum in pioneering academic support structures for low-income students
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$3 million federal grant continues university’s momentum in pioneering academic support structures for low-income students

Last month, Mount Mary was named one of the three most diverse regional institutions in the Midwest, according to a study by U.S. News and World Report.

Featured artists represent scope of 2018 Starving Artists’ Show
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Featured artists represent scope of 2018 Starving Artists’ Show

The Starving Artists’ Show will be held Sunday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of Mount Mary University.

HHMI $1 million grant supports Mount Mary’s efforts to break down barriers for underrepresented women in STEM
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HHMI $1 million grant supports Mount Mary’s efforts to break down barriers for underrepresented women in STEM

The university will participate in HHMI-sponsored research on the topic of inclusion and institutional change.

Nationally renowned dress designer Donna Ricco joins Mount Mary University
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Nationally renowned dress designer Donna Ricco joins Mount Mary University

Ricco has worked in all aspects of fashion, including research, design and presentation, sales and product development.

Ashley Brooks named Mount Mary Fashion Chair
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Ashley Brooks named Mount Mary Fashion Chair

Brooks is a quilt artist and a member of the Adult Education Committee at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts in Cedarburg

CREO Senior Exhibitions: A celebration of art and design
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CREO Senior Exhibitions: A celebration of art and design

CREO: Senior Exhibitions highlight the final senior projects of 23 students in four departments.

50 years of style shows: Student showcase returns to campus May 11
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50 years of style shows: Student showcase returns to campus May 11

This live fashion production is organized and executed by merchandise management students who spend a semester planning every detail of the event.

Mount Mary, WCTC announce “Nursing 1-2-1” program to address regional need for bachelor’s prepared nurses
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Mount Mary, WCTC announce “Nursing 1-2-1” program to address regional need for bachelor’s prepared nurses

Students entering the Nursing 1-2-1 program can enjoy the full range of benefits associated with both Mount Mary and WCTC.

In our personal spaces
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In our personal spaces

Photographer’s exhibit captures people’s habits and spaces

During semester sabbatical, artist explores concepts of interconnectedness and peace
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During semester sabbatical, artist explores concepts of interconnectedness and peace

The exhibit, titled “The Day Continues to Return,” invites viewers to reflect upon peace and interconnectedness.

Igniting your drive to win
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Igniting your drive to win

NASCAR champion Julia Landauer to share leadership insights

Student journalists named finalists for two national awards
Affordable, juried show features a variety of original art
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Affordable, juried show features a variety of original art

The show features over 200 local and national artists.

Artist aims to capture and promote stories of Milwaukee’s black artists
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Artist aims to capture and promote stories of Milwaukee’s black artists

New York artist Heather Hart is holding two roundtable sessions during a weeklong visit to Mount Mary University.

Purple Door scoops up sisterhood at Mount Mary
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Purple Door scoops up sisterhood at Mount Mary

Ice cream social for new University president a berry big success

Kubly gift supports counseling services for students
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Kubly gift supports counseling services for students

The Billie (Wenger) Kubly Endowed Fund will be used to support counseling and mental health services on campus in perpetuity

Recent grad receives leadership award from Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee
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Recent grad receives leadership award from Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee

Zecilia Alamillo-Roman, ‘17, graduated in May with a degree in political science and psychology and a certificate in peacebuilding.

Just announced: Featured artists named for Starving Artists’ Show
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Just announced: Featured artists named for Starving Artists’ Show

The Starving Artists’ Show is sponsored by the Mount Mary Alumnae Association.

CREO on campus: Celebration of senior projects encompasses art and design
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CREO on campus: Celebration of senior projects encompasses art and design

Senior arts and design exhibits open April 24

National Science Foundation award establishes STEM scholar program
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National Science Foundation award establishes STEM scholar program

The program will be open to qualified students enrolled in biology, chemistry and the new food science chemistry program.

Welcome event brings President-Elect Dr. Christine Pharr to campus
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Welcome event brings President-Elect Dr. Christine Pharr to campus

University introduces wellness initiative at welcome event

Malala Fund co-founder to speak at leadership event
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Malala Fund co-founder to speak at leadership event

Her message to women: overcome fear, develop courage to lead change

Dr. Christine Pharr named Mount Mary University’s 12th president
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Dr. Christine Pharr named Mount Mary University’s 12th president

Dr. Pharr will assume her duties as president in July 2017.

Instructor recognized for teaching excellence speaks at December commencement
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Instructor recognized for teaching excellence speaks at December commencement

Keenan was awarded an Excellence in Teaching Award for 2016.

Publishing Institute melds inspiration and aspiration for writers
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Publishing Institute melds inspiration and aspiration for writers

Whether writers are beginner or well established in their careers, this two-day institute is sure to spark inspiration and may even advance careers.

Affordable art show supports Mount Mary student scholarships
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Affordable art show supports Mount Mary student scholarships

All artwork less than $100 at Starving Artists' Show Sept. 11

$2.6 million federal grant for master’s students in counseling builds diversity
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$2.6 million federal grant for master’s students in counseling builds diversity

The program will provide 25 scholarships annually for four years to underrepresented students in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s program.

Alumnae awards reflect achievement, giving and pride
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Alumnae awards reflect achievement, giving and pride

The awards will be given at the Alumnae Awards Night October 7, during the Alumnae Reunion Weekend.

Mount Mary welcomes new Board of Trustees members
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Mount Mary welcomes new Board of Trustees members

Board members each serve a three-year term.

GE Healthcare’s Doug Dietz to address graduates at Commencement
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GE Healthcare’s Doug Dietz to address graduates at Commencement

Technology innovator Dietz to speak at Commencement

Mount Mary President Eileen Mihm Schwalbach Stepping Down as President in 2017
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Mount Mary President Eileen Mihm Schwalbach Stepping Down as President in 2017

Dr. Schwalbach presided over the change of then Mount Mary College to Mount Mary University.

Mount Mary Style: CREO fashion show takes the stage May 6
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Mount Mary Style: CREO fashion show takes the stage May 6

CREO is taken from the Latin word for “to make, create, produce.”

Art spoken here: April 15 symposium reflects global reach of art therapy
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Art spoken here: April 15 symposium reflects global reach of art therapy

Croatian doctors offer global perspective on art therapy

Mount Mary University Presents Annual Student Designer Fashion & Art Show
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Mount Mary University Presents Annual Student Designer Fashion & Art Show

Friday May 8 at Harley-Davdison Museum

Mount Mary’s Marian Gallery to Host “Draw Your Soul” Art Exhibit
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Mount Mary’s Marian Gallery to Host “Draw Your Soul” Art Exhibit

Art from members of the Mount Mary community depicting the theme “Draw Your Soul” will be on display in Mount Mary University’s Marian Gallery October 9-31.