Busse Library Digital Archive

- donnelly2
- An aerial view of Donnelly Center.
- By 1970, the Sisters of Mercy knew that fifth floor, Warde Hall could no longer provide adequate space for the a new major in nursing. Funds were secured by a federal construction grant, and construction was underway for a nursing education...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
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- Hennessey Recreation Center.
- Hennessey Recreation Center, devoted to Mount Mercy athletics, houses administrative offices for sports, as well as a gym for both wellness and competitive events. Groundbreaking ceremonies occurred on May 5, 1984; the dedication gala for the...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
- tunnel
- 1956 tunnel excavation at Mount Mercy College.
- Conceived in 1953, the college's system of tunnels met an immediate need to provide heat to Warde Hall (the original building), the convent, and the new dormitory (McAuley Hall), all by means of pipes housed underground, affording connections...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
- feld
- Dr. Thomas R. Feld.
- Dr. Thomas R. Feld served Mount Mercy College as its first lay president from 1977-1999, becoming the youngest college president in the United States when installed at age 32. During his tenure, the college developed its adult education program,...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
- bussex2
- The exterior of Busse Center, housing the campus library, campus ministries, and the college chapel.
- Originally conceived in the fall of 1988, the goal of a new library anchored the college's "Vision for Tomorrow" capital campaign, an initial, $10 million dollar effort. By June 1990, with the financial goal met, the college accepted a proposal...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
- maryhen
- Sister Mary Agnes Hennessey.
- Sister Mary Agnes Hennessey served Mount Mercy College as president from 1961-1977, the first person solely selected to fill the role. While in office, Hennessey led the campus through monumental change -- the opening of the McAuley library and...
- Mount Mercy Photographs
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- Dr. Christopher R.L. Blake
- Dr. Christopher Blake joined Mount Mercy College as its eighth president in October 2006. During his tenure, the campus has experienced enrollment growth, established new vision and mission statements, begun four, new graduate programs, and will...
- Mount Mercy Photographs