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The annual Carol Nights event that began with the Gwynedd-Mercy College Glee Club in 1948 is now performed each December by the world-renowned Voices of Gwynedd Choir . And although food trucks and giant inflatables are relatively new additions to Fall Fest and Spring Fling events , students share laughs and food just the same .
As the University carries forth the time-honored traditions of the past while embracing the possibilities of the future , we ’ ve introduced new ways to come together as a Mercy community . Mercy Day has evolved into a series of events held during Mercy Week . Alternative Spring Break service trips have been extended to yearlong opportunities to give back and make a difference in communities near and far .
Although the University has long been a home for student-athletes , the decision to add a mascot in 2005 boosted school spirit on campus . M . E . R . V . the Griffin now takes center stage at our annual Griffin Madness
event , which celebrates the start of basketball season but also doubles as a service event with students and others bringing canned goods to support people who are experiencing food insecurity .
The Diversity , Equity and Inclusion conference , first launched in 2020 , is now a much-anticipated annual opportunity for people from area school districts to come together to explore ways to create more inclusive , just and equitable practices in our schools .
The most anticipated annual tradition by far is Commencement , with all the joy and excitement that comes with such a momentous occasion . Over the years , the number of majors — and graduates — has grown ; the venue has shifted ; and my oh my how the shoes and hairstyles have changed . However , graduates still don their caps and gowns , families still wipe tears from their eyes and beam with pride , and faculty still marvel at the accomplishments of their students who are now proud Distinctive Mercy Graduates .
Left : Family Day , 1991 Right : Christmas Tree Lighting , 2022
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years ago , M . E . R . V . was born . M . E . R . V . stands for Mercy Education , Rigorous Intellect and Valuing Diversity .
1996
marked the first Dean ’ s Distinguished Lecture in Nursing .
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1995 1996
The Master of Science in Educational Administration degree is approved .
The athletics program moves from the NAIA to the NCAA ’ s Division III .
The new Trocaire Building , now Valie Genuardi Hall , becomes the home of the Allied Health Division .
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