Darius Nupolu '20 MSL
Darius Nupolu ’20 MSL uses his passion, agricultural experience, and land provided by Feed Iowa First to grow African crops, making them more accessible to the Cedar Rapids community.
Mount Mercy University is a proud stepping stone on the journey our students and alums make toward their futures. People are achieving great success here on the Hill, and we’re proud to see how our coMMUnity helps all of us grow.
"Mount Mercy gave me the confidence and tools to take on new things and instilled a drive to want to continue learning every day."
—Kevin Foht '10
We're proud to serve as a stepping stone for students on the way to chase their dreams. Below are just a few selections from our students and alumni who have a story to share with the world.
We love to hear about the influential stories of our coMMUnity members. All are welcomed to reach out and share your story with us.
"A good beginning is of great importance." — Mount Mercy Foundress Catherine McAuley
Darius Nupolu ’20 MSL uses his passion, agricultural experience, and land provided by Feed Iowa First to grow African crops, making them more accessible to the Cedar Rapids community.
Our students and alumni make an impact on the world every day. Check out the latest ways Mustangs have made a splash.
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Roughley Speaking Communications
Mount Mercy University Alumni Board President Lisa Roughley’s path to leadership began with a memorable fish story.
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Clinical Manager for Physical Therapy and Oncology Physical Therapist
Long before discussion of an institutional partnership between Mount Mercy University and St. Ambrose University, Nichole (Clefisch) Plagge was a beneficiary of the academic opportunities provided by both institutions.
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Mount Mercy University and St. Ambrose University
Kyle and Hillary Wehr—a married couple of Mount Mercy and St. Ambrose alumni who are living this partnership in their personal lives—bring a unique perspective to the evolving collaboration.
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Infection Prevention Consultant
Before Tom Button ’79 could make an impact in his chosen field of nursing, he had to first break down a few barriers.
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Center for State Policy and Leadership Graduate Assistant | University of Illinois Springfield
Imagine having the task of fostering engagement among students during a global pandemic and a derecho storm that shut down campus and caused historic damage on the Hill. That’s exactly what Emma Lantz ’22 was facing during her tenure as Student Government Association President.
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Chief Clinical Officer | First Step Recovery Centers
What drives one person to lead a positive and prosocial life and another person to lead a life of crime? It’s a question that has always fascinated Michele Squires ’02.
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VP Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer | Mercy Medical Center
Molly Newhouse ’96 always knew she wanted to get into nursing, but she didn’t quite envision the leadership track that her career has taken.
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Hall-Perrine Cancer Center
Traci (Vine) Ridgway ’07, ’20 MSN (Health Advocacy), ’21 DNP always wanted to be a nurse. One visit to Mount Mercy University and she immediately knew it was the school that could help her achieve those career goals.
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Computer Science | Lockhead Martin
Mary (Kafer) Klaus ’88 used her computer science degree from Mount Mercy University to help launch a career that has soared to remarkable heights.
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Social Work
Transitioning to Mount Mercy University from Kirkwood Community College was easy for Kelsey Kreuder ‘25, thanks to the support of professors and her new community.
Read moreThe sense of community drew Feryl York '21 MSL to Mount Mercy to complete her Master of Strategic Leadership.
Featured in the "Coming Back to School" section below, Dana Schultz '17 '18 MBA gives her advice to those thinking of continuing their education.
Meet the new Mount Mercy class and hear why they decided to attend Mount Mercy.
Learn why so many say that the Hill feels like home.
An education from a small school can make a big impact. Read our most popular student and alumni stories.
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Biology & Chemistry
For Peyton, going into a science-related field was something she always knew she'd do. A poor test grade in one of her required courses only fueled her passion.
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Kirkwood Community College
When Feryl York set out to get her master’s degree, career advancement was top-of-mind. It was her own personal growth that surprised her.
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Digital Technology, Collins Aerospace
Ambitious and determined, Piper Twachtmann '15 MBA says Mount Mercy helped build on her professional skills and advance her career.
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Senior Bilingual Customer Support Representative
From a seasonal position at Alliant Energy to a full-time job, Jacob Waltersdorf ’21 turned what was supposed to be a three-month assignment into a successful and innovative career.
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Nursing
Mount Mercy and Unity Point-St. Luke Hospital's Senior Student Promise Program allowed Grace Herring ’22 to pursue her dream career without worrying about cost.
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Kinship Specialist | Families First Counseling
Discovering a helping profession isn’t limited to just nursing, Frankline changed majors and enrolled in the MA-MFT program.
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Human Resources Business Partner | Collins Aerospace
Crystal Loftsgard ’16 MSL returned to Mount Mercy to pursue the Leading People and Organizations Certificate. Her certificate helped her build practical skills she can apply in her career.
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