“Throughout my undergraduate education, I had many challenges – facing homelessness, family relationships, lack of confidence in my own abilities – that I surpassed and accomplished many milestones.

I did not want to be a product of my environment, but become a trailblazer.”

Shameka MooreCaroline Scholar, Grace ScholarBusiness Administration, Dec. 15

“Through volunteering at the SSND Elm Grove campus via the Peacebuilding program I became very interested in the SSND mission, and I am now working towards becoming a Pre-Associate with the SSNDs, a yearlong process of study that joins an average citizen with the SSND community.”

Erin MihorSociology & Behavioral Science, Dec. 15Minor in English, Certificate in Peacebuilding

“I love the bold statement we have created and the excellence and encouragement of leadership as women of all backgrounds and cultures. I’m proud to now call myself an alumna of Mount Mary University.”

Tiarra TrammellCommunications, Dec. 15

Today, after 13 years, I am graduating at the place that I started. And with the INCREDIBLE generosity of the people from Mount Mary University, my children and family are going to watch me walk across that stage. They will see that perseverance and determination pay off. And they will see that there are amazing people in this world.

Beth HamiltonCreative Life Development, Dec. 15

“I came to Mount Mary as a quiet girl who didn't often speak up or speak out. Through the amazing supportive and warm environment that MMU has created, I was able to find my voice.

I am actively involved with the Women's Leadership Institute; the founder and president of a student organization; the MMU community garden intern; and a member of Shalom Club. None of that would have been an option for me if I had not been so encouraged and supported to step out of my comfort zone and become involved.”

Erin MihorSociology & Behavioral Science, Dec. 15Minor in English, Certificate in Peacebuilding

“To my son Amir, thank you for giving me a reason to aim high and never give up on my goals. This is just the beginning of my success story.”

Amari CarringtonJustice, Dec. 15Minor in Psychology

“I’m thankful for support of Mount Mary donors, my professors, Caroline Scholar and Grace Scholars directors, Promise Program mentors, family, friends, colleagues, and pastor.

My life has changed greatly with help of my supporters and the prestigious education at Mount Mary University.”

Shameka MooreCaroline Scholar, Grace ScholarBusiness Administration, Dec. 15

“I've never felt more welcome in a school setting until I came to Mount Mary. I can walk out of here knowing I was cared about.”

Victoria Evana OstergaardPsychology, Dec. 15Minor in Writing for New Media

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