News and Events

Mercy in Action

From making headlines to creating new events, Mount Mercy strives to keep the campus community up to date to on what's happening on the Hill. Whether it's an institutional announcement, featured student, or featured event, Mount Mercy works to bring information to your fingertips.

Upcoming Events

Java n' Jazz

Come to our university Jazz Band and Jazz Choir in UC Commons for live music and refreshments.

Commencement Ceremony | 2025

You're invited to witness the Class of '25 achieve their next milestone as they will be honored and officially be conferred their degrees during Commencement 2025.

Unsung Heroes: A Celebration of Black History

Unsung Heroes: A Celebration of Black History aims to recognize African Americans who do not get credit for their work in our communities.

Mar
2
Choir students singing at the concert.

Music in March

Join the Mount Mercy University Band, Choir, and Strings ensembles at Prairie High School for an exceptional musical experience!

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Mar
4
commencement mustang sally grad fair

Grad Fair

Join us for the 2025 Graduation Fair in the UC Commons on March 4 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM!

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Mar
12
Outside view of the graduate center.

Women in Leadership | Tiffany O'Donnell

Join us for the latest Women in Leadership event as we host Cedar Rapids Mayor, Tiffany O'Donnell.

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Mar
14
student looking through visit day packet

Mustang Visit Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of Mount Mercy, its programs, places, and people.

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Mar
25
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President's Lecture | Mark W. Roche

President Todd A. Olson cordially invites you to Mount Mercy University's President's Lecture, featuring Mark W. Roche, presenting "The Arc of Faith: The Journey of the Mind Away from God (and the possibility of Return)."

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Apr
3
Nursing student practicing how to check the heart rate on another student.

Nursing Visit Day

Interested in the nursing field? Join us for our Nursing Visit Day! Experience an interactive lecture, learn about the MercyReady partnership program, hear from professors and current students, and tour our simulation lab!

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Apr
4
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First Generation, Catherine McAuley, & Project Connect Visit Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of Mount Mercy, its programs, places, and people.

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Apr
8
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Aquinas Lecture | Sister Mary Angelica Neenan, OP

You're invited to Mount Mercy University's Aquinas Lecture, featuring Sister Mary Angelica, who will answer the question, “How can I become holy?”

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Apr
22
grad center

Hesburgh Lecture | Jennifer Newsome Martin

You're invited to Mount Mercy University's Hesburgh Lecture, featuring Jennifer Newsome Martin, presenting "What is Catholic Culture?"

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May
16
graduating honor students during honors convocation 2023

Honors Convocation

Honors Convocation is held yearly and recognizes undergraduates and graduates for their achievements through individual awards, Honors Program completion, and the President's Award.

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May
16
Nurses during the nursing pinning ceremony at Mount Mercy University

Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Join us as the Martin-Herold College of Nursing & Health provides nursing pins to our BSN and RN-BSN graduates.

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Jun
12
students at registration day

Registration Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of our programs, places, and people.

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Jun
13
students at registration day

Registration Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of our programs, places, and people.

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Jun
23
students at registration day

Registration Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of our programs, places, and people.

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Jul
11
students at registration day

Registration Day

Mount Mercy University welcomes groups of prospective students and their families to get an overview of our programs, places, and people.

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