President's Report 2021-2022 | Page 4

CAMPUS TRANSFORMATION Mercy in Motion

By : Deb O ’ Reilly
As the University approaches its 75 th anniversary next fall , the campus is undergoing major upgrades that enhance nearly all aspects of the student experience , from academics to residence life , athletics , and everyday student life .
“ Many of these projects were conceptualized or planned during the pandemic , so watching them begin to come to life has been exceptionally rewarding ,” President Deanne H . D ’ Emilio , JD said . “ They will make Gwynedd Mercy University an even more exciting place to learn , live , work , and grow , and give us even more to celebrate next year as we usher in a new era of the University .”
FRANCES M . MAGUIRE HEALTHCARE INNOVATION CAMPUS
Construction begins Spring 2023 Made possible by a transformational $ 10 million gift from the Maguire Foundation , this future state-of-the-art hub of healthcare innovation will address the healthcare needs of today and tomorrow , with the goal of improving access and equity for all . Here , technological advancements will converge with a compassionate healthcare mindset , and healthcare majors will collaborate with Social Work , Psychology , Computer Information Science and students in many other majors as they learn to advocate for the “ whole ” patient .
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