A new chapter in Mount Mercy history

By Cynthia Petersen
Editor in Chief

"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts …”

In front of a crowd of approximately 200, Mount Mercy College president Dr. Christopher Blake quoted Shakespeare and spoke Aug. 23 about the changes occurring at the college in recent days, reminding those who gathered, “Today is indeed a milestone for our institution and for the Sisters of Mercy.” 

Blake beamed as he proudly spoke the words that would resound for generations to come, “We are Mount Mercy University.”

With proclamation in hand, Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett, designated Aug. 23, 2010 as Mount Mercy University Day.  “Mount Mercy University is providing young leaders who are willing to make a difference in the community,” he told the crowd. The mayor invited the entire community to celebrate in the day-long festivities that surrounded the college’s change in status to university, as well as the unveiling of its new logo. 

Facilities staff members unrolled a gigantic plastic tarp from the top of McAuley Hall as Blake introduced Mount Mercy University’s new logo.

A reception was held immediately after the unveiling in Betty Cherry.

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