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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.

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Message from the President

Dr. Laurie Joyner

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


APP Announces 2023 Commencement Speakers

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.


APP Celebrates Women's History Month with the Office of Inclusive Excellence

Natalie Page and Imelda Macías in the Office of Inclusive Excellence

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.


APP Ranked Most Affordable by Colleges of Distinction

Colleges of Distinction Graphic

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.


APP Holds Successful 2023 Service Week

APP Students Participating in Service Week

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.

APP Student Publishes Children's Book

Ayat Musa with her book Lulu's Ramadan Goals

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.


APP Alum Receives 50-Year Federal Service Award

Garret Eisin with Award

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.


APP Professor Ranked No. 27 in the World for Best Mathematics Scientist

World for Best Mathematics Scientist Ranking Graphic

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.


APP's MSN Program Ranked No. 5 for "Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs" by U.S. News & World Report

Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs Graphic

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.


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.