STUDENT LIFE

The Office of Student Services and Campus Life Statement of Purpose We foster opportunities that prepare , challenge , and empower students to lead purposeful lives .

Vision Statement We will be a leader in providing Mercy-based and transformative student-centered experiences .

Core Values ( C . A . R . E .) Commitment to diversity and inclusion Advocacy for student success Responsiveness to student needs Excellence in our work

Students may contact the Office of Student Services and Campus Life to raise concerns about matters that are unresolved after previous attempts to do so . The Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students will ensure that concerns are dealt with in a just and fair manner .

Staff and location : Staff : Josh Stern , Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students

215-641-5566 Location : Student Services Office

2nd Floor , Griffin Complex

Athletics

Vision Statement The mission of the Gwynedd Mercy University Athletics Department is to provide students with an opportunity to compete successfully in intercollegiate activities as an integral part of their educational experience . The department will seek to attract a population of student-athletes who will succeed academically and athletically .

The Athletic Department will provide a learning environment with participation opportunities for student-athletes to develop their leadership potential . Win or lose , student-athletes are encouraged to work hard , exhibit sportsmanship , and demonstrate respect for teammates , opposition , coaches , officials and fans . The Athletic programs standards , goals and ideals must remain in harmony with the University ’ s academic programs . The Athletic program will be conducted in a manner that is most conducive to the physical welfare of the student-athletes , allowing them to grow physically , emotionally and intellectually . Academic success of our studentathletes is considered paramount .

Our administrators , coaches and athletic department staff are dedicated to maintaining the University ’ s reputation for integrity and excellence , both on and off the playing fields . All athletic contests , practices and related activities will be conducted in total compliance as set forth by Gwynedd Mercy University , the National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ), the Eastern College Athletic Conference ( ECAC ) and the Atlantic East Conference ( AEC ). Department staff will seek to steadily improve the quality of the athletics programs through professional development , conferences and department meetings .

The Gwynedd Mercy University Athletics Department will provide student-athletes the opportunity to learn valuable life skills through athletic participation . Through athletic competition , student-athletes will acquire personal achievement , social responsibility , and moral integrity .

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