Mount Mercy Magazine Fall 2019

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CONTENTS 08 | PRACTICING WHAT THEY TEACH Academic excellence and compassionate service are the hallmarks of a Mount Mercy education. Faculty and staff take to heart the importance of experiential learning opportunities for students—and for themselves.

14 | A WOMAN OF MANY HATS, SAM WHALEN ’19 Sam juggled collegiate athletics, extracurriculars, and an internship during her time at Mount Mercy. Ultimately, her confidence in her work experience turned an internship into a full-time gig.

18 | HELPING STUDENTS SUCCEED Through accommodations and the Academic Center for Excellence, Mount Mercy empowers students with the resources and support they need to succeed—in academics and in life.

20 | HAPPENINGS ON THE HILL From partnerships with a Corridor business to raising over $32,000 for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, Mount Mercy encompasses an environment built around service, knowledge, and compassion.

32 | CLASS NOTES Check in with fellow classmates and other members of the Mount Mercy alumni community as they celebrate personal and professional accomplishments.

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