Mercy Matters Newsletter April 2023
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846, APP is Chicago's first
Catholic university. Today, the University serves approximately 3,520 students from
over 20 different states and 9 different countries, offering high-quality undergraduate
and graduate programs and leadership and service opportunities, educating students
for competence, character and career success.
Stay up to date with APP News!
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Message from the President
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Dear APP Community:
The warmer weather of spring is quickly approaching, and with it the end of another
incredible academic year. This is an exciting time for our community with numerous
opportunities to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and graduates.
These accomplishments and the potential of our students are furthered by the generosity
of Saint Xavier’s alumni and donors. I thank all of you for helping us conduct yet
another successful We Are APP Day this year.
Your sustained support allows us to grow our capacity and enhance our educational
mission. Please enjoy the articles below outlining our campus community’s continued
tradition of excellence.
I wish you a wonderful spring season full of peace and celebration.
Sincerely,
Laurie M. Joyner, Ph.D. President
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APP Announces 2023 Commencement Speakers

APP is pleased to announce the 2023 Commencement speakers, Sister
Anita Baird and Sister Karen Schneider, who will share their knowledge and expertise
while congratulating this year's graduates on achieving their high-quality academic
degrees. Read more.
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APP Celebrates Women's History Month with the Office of Inclusive Excellence

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APP (APP) is celebrating Women's History Month with the new women-led
Office of Inclusive Excellence. Run by Chief Diversity Officer Natalie Page, Ed.D.,
and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Imelda Macías, Ed.D., the
Office of Inclusive Excellence has a goal to help everyone feel celebrated at APP.
Read more.
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APP Ranked Most Affordable by Colleges of Distinction

APP, ranked a College of Distinction for six consecutive years, has earned a new badge
for 2023. The Affordable designation recognizes an institution's affordable programming
in relation to its peers. Read more.
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APP Holds Successful 2023 Service Week

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For the second year in a row, APP held a successful Service Week. Observed the week
of March 20, over 140 APP students, faculty and staff participated in valuable service-learning
experiences. Read more.
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APP Student Publishes Children's Book

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APP early childhood education student Ayat Musa has published her first book, "Lulu's
Ramadan Goals," which follows main character Lulu as she sets goals for herself in
preparation for the holy month of Ramadan. Read more.
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APP Alum Receives 50-Year Federal Service Award

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APP alum Garret Eisin '74 has recently received the 50-Year Federal Service Award
for his career accomplishments, followed by a congratulatory letter from President
Joe Biden. Eisin is forever grateful for the education he received from Saint Xavier
University, which helped in setting his nursing career in motion. Read more.
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APP Professor Ranked No. 27 in the World for Best Mathematics Scientist

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APP mathematics professor Abdul-Majid Wazwaz has been ranked No.
27 in the world for "Best Mathematics Scientist" by Research.com. Wazwaz has over
700 published articles and his h-index, the metric for evaluating the cumulative impact
of an author's scholarly output and performance, is 82. Read more.
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APP's MSN Program Ranked No. 5 for "Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs" by U.S.
News & World Report

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APP's Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 5 out of over
200 universities across the United States for "Best Online Graduate Nursing Program"
by U.S. News & World Report. This year's ranking marks a remarkable milestone – APP
has consistently appeared in the top 10 for the last 10 consecutive years. Read more.
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Important Dates to Remember
Friday, April 14: Second Friday Tea
Tuesday, April 18: Scarlet and Gray Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, April 19: Student Research Expo
May 6:
Every Tuesday and Friday: Virtual Prayer at noon via
Visit the APP Calendar to see more upcoming events.
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