Mercy Matters Newsletter June 2022
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Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846, Saint Xavier University is Chicago's first
Catholic university. Today, the University serves approximately 3,800 students from
40 different states and 10 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 SXU News!
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Message from the President
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Dear SXU Community:
It was rewarding to watch hundreds of new Saint Xavier University graduates walk the
stage during the 2022 commencement ceremonies on May 7.
As we welcome a new provost this fall as well as our inaugural chief diversity officer
(CDO), our community looks forward to building on our positive momentum while launching
transformative initiatives and actualizing plans to become a more inclusive and excellent
campus so that even more students can lead Mercy-inspired lives after graduation.
And as you will see from the stories below, we are continuing the spirit of excellence
that distinguishes the Saint Xavier experience. I am proud of our accomplishments
and express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of our Mercy mission as
we look toward the future.
Sincerely,
Laurie M. Joyner, Ph.D.
President
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SXU Holds 2022 Mission Awards
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SXU proudly held the annual Mission Awards on March 23, both Mission Day and We Are
SXU Day. Spotlighting the University's core values of service, excellence, hospitality
and integrity, the Mission Awards are presented to individuals who exemplify the values.
Read more.
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SXU Welcomes Saib Othman as Provost
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SXU proudly welcomes Saib Othman, Ph.D., as provost beginning August 1. Othman, who
brings to SXU a record of academic achievements and 20 years of higher education experience,
plans to make student-centered decisions to ensure the student experience is fulfilling,
transformational and a worthwhile investment. Read more.
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SXU Nursing Student's Compassion Makes Big Impact on Patient
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SXU nursing student Anais Torres touched the life of one of her patients so dearly
with her kindness and compassion that he was compelled to help ensure success in her
future. Read more.
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SXU Mourns the Loss of George Ferrell
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SXU mourns the loss of George Ferrell, a cherished member of the SXU community and
among Saint Xavier's most generous lifetime supporters and donors. His long and valued
friendship with the University has left an unforgettable mark on SXU. Read more.
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SXU Holds Annual Research Expo
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SXU recently held the annual Research Expo to honor and celebrate the scholarly work
of faculty, staff and students. Participants developed projects across a span of research
areas and engaged in meaningful discussion with one another to advance the Saint Xavier
Mission. Read more.
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SXU RSO Gives Back to Survivors of Domestic Violence
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Start by Believing, an SXU registered student organization, recently wrapped up a
month-long service project to assist survivors of domestic abuse and collaborated
with Alumni Relations to collect linens, towels, pillows and toiletries to benefit
residents of Constance Morris House. Read more.
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SXU Celebrates Women's History Month with Strong Female Leaders
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A group of empowered female leaders are serving on the Senior Leadership Team at Saint
Xavier University, and their work today perpetuates the mission set in motion by five
female Sisters of Mercy who arrived to Chicago 175 years ago. Read more.
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SXU Announces New Endowed Scholarship Fund
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SXU has announced a new endowed scholarship fund which will fund a full-time, degree-seeking
undergraduate student who is majoring or minoring in a language and literature discipline. Read more.
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Important Dates to Remember
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Monday, June 20: Juneteenth Observance (Campus Closed)
Monday, June 27: Student Media Summer Camp
Monday, July 4: Independence Day (Campus Closed)
Tuesday, July 5: Staff Appreciation Day (Campus Closed)
Monday, July 18: SXU-Southside Summer Jazz Camp
Monday, August 22: Fall semester begins
Every Wednesday and Friday: Virtual Prayer at noon via Zoom
Visit the SXU Calendar to see more upcoming events.
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