Mount Saint Mary’s welcomed over 200 alumnae and friends of the Mount to celebrate their support for the University.
Academic regalia, photo booths and noise makers contributed to the festive atmosphere celebrating the graduates
Giovanna Brasfield ’98 assists companies with diversity training and project strategy
Monica Guardian '08 says her degree in social work from the Weekend/Evening & Online College positioned her for success
The Alumnae Association Board of Directors welcomes three new additions
Mount alum to advance racial justice and social, economic and health equity throughout Boston
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Helping those in need enables Sister Suzanne Jabro, CSJ, '68 to continue the sisters' tradition of caring for thy neighbor
The Alumnae Survey showed that alumnae are excited to help current students, so networking mixers are being created
Margaret Darmody '58 wants to share the joy she had at the Mount with current students.
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The family of Cindy Bland '08 ADN honors her memory with the Lulu Foundation and grants for Mount nurses
Immigration lawyer Kathleen Martinez '13 is offering a discount to Mount students, alumnae and the families
Anyone wanting to pursue career or personal growth can visit a library of options
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Vicki (Russell) Kennedy provides education, audio tools and support to those facing vision challenges
Vince Pirillo '71 has had a unique view of some famous scenes from musical theater -- from onstage or the wings.
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Nursing honor society recognizes Sister Callista Roy, CSJ, '63 for her career and contributions to nursing
Nursing graduate spent two decades serving in the Army before retiring last summer
With an MFA in film and TV and another one on the way in creative writing, Brian Hanson '16 is story teller extraordinaire
Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration that honors the history and culture of the Latinx and Hispanic communities.
Mount nursing alum Johanna Bruner discusses parallels between 9/11 and the current pandemic
MBA alum Ben Levinson '15 is working to bring a product to market that he first developed during an entrepreneurship class.
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Alumna teaches at the Mount, is president of the Alumnae Association, and encourages donations of any amount.
Friends share their thoughts on Bernadette (Bernie) Robert '77, who served many roles at the Mount
The Mount's entrepreneurial MBA program provided the business acumen alum needed to lead a nonprofit
Our alumnae responded to our survey in force, and we're listening.
Jennifer Kim '16 and a friend from grad school dish up straightforward advice as the "Real Therapists of LA"
Erika Jones '00 on challenges she faces as a board members of the California Teachers Association
Cassendra Munro '08 developed a risk assessment scale for postoperative pressure injuries that now bears her name
Jan Coleman '06 is vice president of global partnerships marketing and multicultural marketing for The Walt Disney Studios.
Veteran wants her colleagues to prioritize their own care as well as that of their patients
Changing careers can be risky, but Kathy Torres '08 ABSN took the plunge and is now enjoying the rewards for her courage
The nursing alum is the director of the nursing PhD program at Wayne State University
Alum hopes that getting kids excited to read will lead to a lifelong interest in learning
Alumnae are especially encouraged to contribute to MSMU's Oral History Project
New association will foster collaboration and community among our Black alumnae
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In celebration of CSJ week, we profile one of our own -- both a CSJ and an alum!
A retired nurse still cares for patients, just in a different way
The Class of '85 alum received her award during the annual President's Scholarship Celebration
The Mount Connect platform can maintain or strengthen community relationships
This young couple has already learned several keys traits to maintaining a strong relationship
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Mount alum provides hope to orphaned girls in Tanzania through educational opportunities
The consistent giving of smaller gifts adds up to a mountain of help for Mount students.
Mount students and nurses are busy arming healthcare workers against COVID at numerous vaccination clinics
MFA in Creative Writing alums form group to provide supportive environment, spur creativity and productivity
Zoila Gallegos '90, '92, '96 MS opens up new worlds by spreading a love of reading
Need a break from Zoom? Try out our MSMU word search and find words that will take you back to the Mount.
Alum Denise Boiko ’82 wrote a book about how to navigate the college admission process as a homeschooled family.
Enthusiasm was high as alums made new memories and rehashed many old ones.
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Alumna Nayeli Dominguez '20 talks about her internship with the Association of Colleges of Sisters of St. Joseph.
Alum Krystal Karter MBA '16 enjoys helping companies market themselves so they can focus on running their business.
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Alum Sonali Bridges ’98 has been breaking down barriers for women in education since she started at the Mount.
Gloria Alvarez ’05 reflects how the Mount community helped to grow her pride in her heritage and shape her career goals.
Sister Catherine Marie Kreta '61, CSJ, was known for her sense of humor and her dedication to social justice
Fitzgerald Cano '20 graduated from the Weekend/Evening & Online College this year but is already pursuing his doctorate
A preview of events to choose from during Homecoming Alumnae weekend
Forget choosing the road less traveled when coming to a fork in the road -- this alum will traverse them both
It may not have been the Commencement anyone anticipated, but the graduates of 2020 celebrated with gusto nonetheless
Catalina Pereira '13 successfully defended her PhD thesis at Cornell
Alum Karen Compton BS '87 founded an advisory firm for architecture, engineering and construction companies
Alum Aaron Young focuses on honing clients' leadership and communications skills in his coaching practice
One positive effect from the coronavirus: “It has reinvigorated a lot of healthcare workers. We feel a solidarity"
A detour to her dream job takes this nurse back full circle
Nurse Chatterjee consultancy extends health care beyond owner's traditional work day
Cathy Garcia '13 researches ways to slow progress of pancreatic cancer as grad student at Yale University
Kimberly Antonio ’08 BSN, can thank her mother for her career. But it wasn’t always that way.
Stacy Gruenloh ’07 BSN, who was an undergraduate dance major and a Radio City Rockette, is now a labor and delivery nurse
Pimentel’s desire to be a nurse was solidified at the Mount
“In my current role, I’m able to use the leadership skills that I learned during my years at the Mount.”
Danielle Batol Steele ’08 works as an information technology project manager at Arizona State University.
Helen Boutrous founded the Mount’s award-winning Mock Trial and Moot Court teams.
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"The Mount provided an environment that said, ‘You can do anything you want.’"
Dianne (Plou) Schautschick ’65 loves Mount students, and it shows.
Sofia Gutiérrez Calderón ’92 brings exhibit on migration stories to the Mount.
“As a prosecutor, our aim is to do what is just and what is right.”
Rachel Gutierrez ‘08 can attest to how the Mount’s global programs can make an enduring impact on one’s life.
“I remember looking out the window on my last day, and thinking, “I have become a person of worth and value.”
Striving for excellence, these three alums will be honored with Outstanding Alumnae Awards at Homecoming 2019.
Advocating for self-care, one nurse specialist helps lead a transformation
For more than 35 years, Robert has filled a variety of leadership roles on campus
As a history scholar, Rausch says she learned that one person can embolden others and make a difference, one light at a time.
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A professor pushed Michelle Melendres ’03 to aim higher. Now she’s doing the same to her students.
Alum's book about resilience and overcoming odds wins a Catholic Press Association Book Award.
Alum’s work in global health brings attention to women in rural villages.
Mount alums are racking up national awards recently. Congratulations to these four women!
Alum credits her parents' hard work and dedication for her success as an educator.
Weekend/Evening College alum making a name for himself in DC restaurant scene.
Alum's time in Rome as a student changed the trajectory of her life.
Alum named one of L.A. Unified School District's top teachers for her outstanding work in special education.
Memorial service to be held for one of the Mount's most beloved professors.
Nursing alums chose the Chalon Campus as the backdrop for their engagement photos.
What our faculty and alums have been up to: A Pushcart Prize nomination, a Teacher of the Year award, and more.
The University is named one of the nation's "Best Colleges for Student Voting," plus faculty and alum news.
Three alums, working together at the same hospital, pave a path for other nurses to become leaders.
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Honors program global immersion course explores "privilege and poverty" in Brazil and Argentina.
A cancer survivor, Outstanding Alum Awardee Chamelli Jhappan '79 now helps manage government funding for cancer research.
A nurse and missionary, Natalie (Harris) Martinez ’79 is being honored as an Outstanding Alumna for service to the community.
As leader of a county party in California, Zaira Cedano '14 says criticism of her age, gender and ethnicity only spur her on.
Profile of philanthropy: Carol Gibson '72 hopes to make a difference through education
Incoming Athenians get a taste of what it takes to succeed at the Mount.
Barbara Jones ’68 named special master in high-profile legal case with White House implications.
MBA alum defeats a longtime incumbent in Whittier City Council race.
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Presentation of MSMU's highest honor, the Carondelet Medal, to Bernadette Gonzaque Robert '77.
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Beloved Mount icon and nursing Living Legend returns after 35 years to teach, mentor and inspire.
Alums share their memories of Sr. Callista Roy and the early days of the Roy Adaptation Model.
Profile of Philanthropy: Mount education makes impact on alum's teaching career.
Mystery donation to the Archives turns out to be an alum's special collection.
Nursing alum earns award from the National Hispanic Health Foundation.
Celebrating the official launch of "An Unstoppable Campaign for Mount Saint Mary's University."
The transformative power of a Mount education: “An Unstoppable Campaign for Mount Saint Mary’s University”
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Chamelli Jhappan ’79 talks about the need for women in STEM and how the Mount propelled her career.
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Hundreds of Athenians turn out for the Mount's 2017 Invitation to Serve.
Meet the leadership team piloting "An Unstoppable Campaign for Mount Saint Mary's University."
Outstanding Alumnae Awardee Kristin Vanderlip-Taylor ’97 is one of the state’s top art educators.
Outstanding Alumnae Awardee Joy Bejarano ’15 MBA strengthens ties with alums, students and the University.
What do you pack for the journey of a lifetime? Sturdy shoes and an open mind, says Mary Lenihan ‘58
From donating to mentoring, Mount alums know the value of giving back, and helping more students become unstoppable.