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Mount Mercy University Commencement 2023 (3:01)
The Class of 2023 officially went from students to alumni!
Highlights from Commencement 2023
Student Speakers
Lauren Imhoff ’22 graduated this December with a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration. As a first-generation student, Lauren was able to be more involved with campus and focus on her studies after being awarded the Catherine McAuley Scholarship—which also gave her the opportunity to join a supportive network of McAuley Scholars.
During her time on campus, Lauren founded Gen 1—a new club to uplift fellow first-generation students—and served as a Mustang Mentor, student leader for AmeriCorps, and Project Connect mentor.
Adam Bolts ’23 MAEd graduates this May with his Master of Arts in Education and an emphasis in English as a Second Language. As an English Teacher at Dunkerton High School, Adam inspires his students while continuing to learn and improve himself.
During his time on campus, Adam’s classes have pushed him to consider new avenues of instruction and alternative solutions to various classroom challenges, while balancing his professional responsibilities.
Frequently asked questions
All students planning to participate in Commencement must:
- Apply for graduation through the Office of the Registrar
- Meet financial obligations by noon the Thursday before Commencement to receive your diploma and get your official transcripts
Diplomas will be mailed following graduation. Questions? Contact registrar@mtmercy.edu or 319-363-1323 x1584.
During the ceremony, you’ll receive a handout with information on how to order the large program with all graduate names listed. Programs will be mailed after Commencement—please allow several weeks for printing and mailing.
Photography
Commencement photos will be available on our Flickr page and posted on Mount Mercy's social media channels. Additional photos can be purchased from partypics.com within 48 hours of the ceremony. Click on "Find my Pics" and enter the password GRAD2023. Any questions about purchased photos can be directed to Joe Photo at 319-362-6187.
Videography
The Commencement ceremony was livestreamed and is available for replay on Mount Mercy's YouTube channel. Full video coverage of the ceremony was provided by Pro Video Productions of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. To order your own copy after the ceremony, visit provideoweb.com/shop to receive a downloadable file via email or digital file via USB drive once the video has been edited.
Programs
During the ceremony, you’ll receive a handout with information on how to order the large program with all graduate names listed. Programs will be mailed after Commencement—please allow several weeks for printing and mailing.