Lily Goedeke Housing selection for the 2026-2027 school year has been a struggle for most students, with missent emails, Symplicity errors and general confusion. Residence Life has worked to fix the issues, and the housing process was redone to make the housing process fair for all students. The issues started with emails sent by Residence Life concerning the housing for Apartments and Powell. An initial email announcing the opt-in and housing selection times went out on Ma

Jasmin Sorrell Dr. Barbara Marinak’s first year as Interim Provost has been defined by what President Jerry Joyce calls a “collaborative, thoughtful and grounded” leadership style rooted in respect for faculty and shared governance.   Marinak is no stranger to the university. Since joining the Mount’s faculty in 2011, she has steadily taken on leadership roles, serving as chair of the Education Department, later becoming a professor and dean in 2017 and most recently Dean o

Jasmin Sorrell On March 9, 2026, Joshua Spivey resigned from his role as Executive Director of the Career Center. This prompted a transition in leadership for an office that many students rely on for career guidance and mentorship. Spivey began working at Mount St. Mary’s University in October 2023 as the Director of the Career Center, before being promoted to Executive Director in July 2025. He has not publicly commented on his resignation at this time. Following Spive

Audrey Owens On March 2, 2026, Michael Sollenberger, Professor Emeritus of World Languages and Cultures, passed away at age 76 at York Hospital after experiencing a brief illness. Sollenberger’s impact on the Mount community is long lasting, with alumni, previous coworkers and current professors rallying to show how loved and respected he was as an educator. Born in Philadelphia, Sollenberger was a long-time resident of Pennsylvania. A Classics scholar, he studied and prima

Jasmin Sorrell Dr. Jessy Jordan, Professor of Philosophy, published his first Philosophy book “The Metaethics of Virtue Ethics: On Nature and Normativity” in January of 2026. Jordan’s book focuses on abstract questions within moral philosophy, especially within the Aristotelian virtue ethics tradition. The book deals with foundational questions about moral judgement and moral objectivity rather than specific ethical issues. Jordan explores ideas like natural goodness and nat

Sadaf Sharifi Dean of Students Dr. Adrianne White has resigned from her position, according to an email by the President of the University. On Feb. 10, Dr. Jerry Joyce sent an email to the Mount community with the announcement. White had served the Mount since the fall of 2024, the same semester Joyce assumed his role as President of Mount St. Mary’s. Joyce confirmed that White submitted her resignation letter with no public explanation to why she decided to leave. He add

Anna Hsia Dr. Peter Dorsey has been teaching at the Mount since 1987 and has been part of many changes. He has seen the core curriculum change and evolve. He has had the opportunity to develop 10 different courses and teach multiple sections of the first-year seminar, American Experience and Western Tradition in Literature, in addition to courses in his specialty, American Literature. “As the core changed over time, my teaching changed with it,” Dorsey said, including cour

Jahari Miller and Luca Cangelosi Deacon Rafael is a Deacon at Mount St Mary’s University. Rafael was privileged with the opportunity to serve at the Year of Jubilee pilgrimage in Rome this past August. Catholic youth gathered by the millions to celebrate Christ and Jubilee answering Pope Francis’ call from 2013 to join him for the 2025 Jubilee of Youth Day. Deacon Rafael is with us now in Emmitsburg but his journey started far from here. Rafael grew up in Brazil and dreamed o

Jahari Miller The Mount welcomed a number of new professors this fall. Ranging from all different disciplines such as science, psychology, philosophy and many more. The Mount strives to form individuals. Inspiring people to live a life of significance with the Mount’s strong academics and nationwide presence. The community is intrigued to meet the New Professors. Dr. Zhi Li teaches Sports Management, Dr. Gehill teaches Philosophy and Professor Kim teaches Education. These pro

Kandace Fernandez The upcoming graduation ceremony for Mount St. Mary’s class of 2025 will mark the notable strength of our 217-year-old...

Kandace Fernandez This past March the Mount’s own, Professor Michael Towle finally released a project he’s been working on since 1999...

Kelby Chichester The Mount St. Mary’s University community gathered on Saturday, April 12 to celebrate a historic moment in the...

Anna Hsia The Mount has celebrated the grand reopening of its zipline! The zipline was originally part of the Mount Adventure program...

Kandace Fernandez Let us zoom out a bit and consider what we all need to understand about business. In case you have not noticed, our...

Alejandra Durllard-Rosario Dr. Barbara Marinak the Dean of the School of Education has been appointed as the interim provost of the...

Ryen Sakyi In the Knott Academic Center (AC) is Saxby’s. This is a student run café that is enjoyable for all students here at the Mount....

Alejandra Drullard-Rosario Dr. Mills a Mount professor in the Science Department recently shared valuable insights for students on how to...

Colby Brooke Last week SGA proposed two new food related bills. These new bills are called The Food Coverings Bill and the Varied Drinks...

Stacey May Public Safety is trying a new parking policy that will benefit first-year and sophomore students. Students are now allowed to...

Alejandra Drullard-Rosario The Makers House as we know it is a creative sanctuary where students and faculty members can explore their...

Meghan Leavitt The Mount community mourns Carol Hinds who served as Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. She served the Mount...

Stacey May The Mount is offering many exciting upcoming study abroad opportunities for fall 2025. Dr. Towle will be leading a trip to...

Ryen Sakyi Mount St. Mary’s University awarded the Academic Circle of Excellence Alumni Hall of Fame Award to five Alumni. Along with...

Meghan Leavitt Congratulations to the Mount St. Mary’s students who are officially Fellowship Scholarship semi-finalists. Ford Rubel is a...

Colby Brooke During this past week, President Jerry Joyce announced to the Mount community that long time Provost Dr. Boyd Creasman will...

Seth Eckert Meal plans, and food in general, can be a hot topic for discussion here at Mount St. Mary’s. Many students find problems...

Corcoran Austbarr Since July 24, 1990, as a result of the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus of the United States’ designation,...

Nicole Campos Villaran The Mount Graduate Program is well-respected and has a convenient flexible format for those working. Courses are...

Moesha Facey The meal plan at the Mount offers 4 base meal plan options all costing $3700, with adjustments in flex dollars (extra money...

Corcoran Austbarr This Halloween weekend, the Mount celebrated All Saints Day, All Souls Day and Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)....

Hanna Aggen There have been many strides made to bring back certain programs that involve student activities, as well as the Mount...

Hanna Aggen and Nyema Gillespie America now knows the results of the 2024 Presidential Election. The students at the Mount on the night...

Moesha Facey Mount St. Mary’s University is situated in the small town of Emmitsburg, Maryland. During an hour-long drive to campus, you...

Stacey May The cooling weather and changing leaves make way for many fun fall activities. The Mount’s gorgeous campus is the perfect spot...

Moesha Facey A need for better lighting on campus has arisen as the student body voices concerns about many areas being too dark at...

Clarisa Kless As the Christmas season approaches, Student Life, a department at the Mount including the Student Government Association,...

Moesha Facey Mount students, get ready for an exciting new chapter in your campus life! On August 23, 2024, the Mount purchased three new...

Corcoran Austbarr Mount St. Mary’s university Professor of Philosophy Joshua Hochschild recently published an essay for “Sed Contra,” a...

Moesha Facey Food Insecurity was first discovered to be an issue at Mount St. Mary’s University in 2020 after sociology professor, Dr....

Moesha Facey In August 2024 the Maryland State Department of Education awarded the School of Education at Mount St. Mary’s University a...

Jenia Engwari The Mount community has so many Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) that help promote student involvement and...

Clarisa Kless The Mount’s Frederick campus is celebrating its 25th anniversary. On October 1,1999, the Frederick Campus opened so that...

Gabrielle Hendricks A historic moment took place Oct. 15. The ribbon was cut to celebrate the completion of phase I of the new addition...

Seth Eckert At a time when mental health is often neglected, it is nice to know that at the Mount, there are many free services available...

Moesha Facey Have you heard the latest buzz? Stop and listen, because there is a sizzling new rivalry heating up among Mount students!...

Corcoran Austbarr Operation Mato Grasso (OMG) is an international group devoted to serving the poor and growing in fellowship. The Mount...

Gabrielle Hendricks Mount St. Mary’s University has turned a page to a brand new chapter this fall semester. Twenty-seventh President,...

Hanna Aggen and Seth Eckert Dr. Yujin Jung is the new hire for the University’s Political Science program. Jung graduated from her alma...

Meghan Leavitt While we welcome a new University president this 2024-2025 school year, we are also welcoming a new Dean of Students....

Ryen Sakyi The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is a highly prestigious scholarship awarded to sophomores and juniors passionate about...