Mercy in Motion Campaign Impact Report | Page 9

WHERE INNOVATION MEETS MERCY
The new Frances M. Maguire’ 55 Healthcare Innovation Center is the cornerstone of the Mercy in Motion Campaign and extends GMercyU ' s nationally recognized excellence in healthcare education.
Made possible in part by a transformative $ 10 million dollar gift from the Maguire Foundation, the Frances M. Maguire’ 55 Healthcare Innovation Center honors the memory of Frannie Maguire, a 1955 GMercyU graduate and a faithful supporter of Mercy education.
“ The opening of the HIC is a milestone for Gwynedd Mercy University and a tribute to the life and legacy of our beloved alumna, Frannie Maguire,” GMercyU President Deanne H. D’ Emilio, JD said.“ The Maguire Foundation has been a faithful supporter of Catholic higher education and the Maguires have been steadfast and generous friends to Gwynedd Mercy University."
rooted in Mercy values will enter the workforce – to treat the whole patient, ethically and with compassion.
This is why community leaders and healthcare experts joined together to commit $ 14.8 million dollars to create state-of-the-market spaces, providing real-world learning opportunities that ensure GMercyU students are ready to make a difference when they graduate.
The Mercy in Motion Campaign cements GMercyU’ s legacy as a leader in preparing healthcare leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who are experts at providing exceptional compassionate care in the Mercy tradition.
Now more than ever, there is a tremendous demand for healthcare professionals of all kinds.
Honoring the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy, GMercyU is meeting this next great need.
The creation of the Healthcare Innovation Center ensures that nurses and other healthcare professionals
Left: Opening Ceremony Celebration ribbon-cutting of the Frances M. Maguire ' 55 Healthcare Innovation Center( HIC)
Right Top: Megan Maguire O ' Hara, Jim Maguire, President Deanne D ' Emilio, and Reverend John Collins, CSsR
Right Middle: Megan Maguire O ' Hara and Jim Maguire with student scholarship recipients
Right Middle: Opening Ceremony reception
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