Welcome to Mercy’s 2025 Fall Term: A Message from the President

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø is excited to welcome students, faculty and staff for the start of an exciting new semester. To mark the occasion, Susan L. Parish, PhD, MSW, president of Âé¶¹ÉçÇø, shared a special video message.

In her message, she extends a warm welcome to the entire Âé¶¹ÉçÇø community, and talks about how this year holds extraordinary meaning for all of us as we’re celebrating 75 years of Âé¶¹ÉçÇø!

We’re kicking off our yearlong celebration with a spectacular Founders’ Festival on September 20. We can’t wait to celebrate where we’ve been and where we’re going with each of you.

Please watch this video message to hear more about what makes this year, and this institution, so special.