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��ԭ�� Receives Approval for New Campus Field House

znegron@mercy.edu — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:15:27 +0000

��ԭ�� Receives Approval for New Campus Field House znegron@mercy.edu Thu, 02/26/2026 - 11:15 ��ԭ�� News ��ԭ�� in the News

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Rendering of the future field house

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��ԭ�� has received approval from the Irvington Planning Board to build a 26,140-square-foot field house featuring indoor sports courts, a walking track and a community quad. The field house will feature views of the Hudson River and integrate with existing campus green spaces.

The facility will serve primarily as a hub for ��ԭ�� students, faculty and staff for athletics, intramurals and campus events, but will also be available to the community for rentals, open sessions and regional activities.

Site work is expected to begin in phases this spring, with construction projected to take 14 to 18 months.

Read more about it in the Rivertowns Dispatch here and below.

Rivertowns Dispatch: ��ԭ�� gets go-ahead to build campus field house

Julian Caldwell

February 13, 2026

IRVINGTON — ��ԭ��’s proposed 19,000-square-foot field house, situated on the Irvington section of the campus, is a go. The planning board approved the project, first introduced last April, during a public meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 4. Of the campus’ 66 total acres, 31.5 acres are in Irvington, while the rest are in Dobbs Ferry.

The 46-foot-tall field house, located west of Verrazzano Hall, will include two indoor tennis courts and a basketball court, with the potential to turn one of the tennis courts into three pickleball courts. The field house will be built on what is now a parking lot, east of a slope leading down to the Hudson River.

Plans for the facility also include a mezzanine walking track above the courts, as well as restrooms, changing areas, an office, and a meeting room. There will be no fixed seating in the building.

According to ��ԭ�� Vice President of Operations and Facilities Thomas Simmonds, the field house will be primarily for ��ԭ�� students, faculty, and staff. On occasion it will be open to the public for specific events, and will also be available for rentals.

"This project is about more than just a building, it’s about creating a vibrant hub for connection,” Simmonds wrote to the Dispatch. “For ��ԭ��, these improvements are central to building a strong sense of belonging that helps us attract and retain students. For our neighbors in Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, it strengthens our partnership by creating a welcoming environment that serves as a true community resource."

Since construction of the field house will result in the loss of 120 parking spaces, a new parking lot east of Verrazzano Hall — where the field house was initially proposed to be built — is part of the project. ��ԭ�� changed the location of the field house in July, in response to concerns about tree removal and blocking views of the Hudson River from the Old Croton Aqueduct Trailway.

“The dialogue with the planning board and Irvington residents was invaluable — it didn't just move the process forward, it enhanced the project,” Simmonds wrote. “Their input helped us refine the project so that it not only meets ��ԭ��’s goals, but fits seamlessly into the fabric of the wider community."

The project will also replace the three existing tennis courts east of Verrazzano Hall, which are in need of repair, with a new outdoor tennis court and a new outdoor basketball court. The university also plans to build a grass-and-stone quad area in front of the field house. The design for the field house includes windows along much of the west side of the building, overlooking the river, as well as the east side of the building, facing the quad, and on a portion of the south side.

Site work for the project is expected to begin this spring, with construction expected to take 14-18 months. The planning board’s resolution requires that ��ԭ�� not propose or construct any additional parking or buildings in the green space north or east of the existing tennis courts for the next five years.

Westfair Business Journal: Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center Marks First Year

znegron@mercy.edu — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:14:38 +0000

Westfair Business Journal: Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center Marks First Year znegron@mercy.edu Mon, 02/09/2026 - 14:14 School of Business ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Westfair Business Journal covered the 1-year anniversary celebration of the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), a partnership between ��ԭ��, the City of Mount Vernon and Westchester County.

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Hudson Valley News: Financial Empowerment Center Marks First Year of Impact with Community Celebration

znegron@mercy.edu — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:50:01 +0000

Hudson Valley News: Financial Empowerment Center Marks First Year of Impact with Community Celebration znegron@mercy.edu Tue, 02/03/2026 - 14:50 School of Business ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Hudson Valley News covered the 1-year anniversary celebration of the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), partnership between ��ԭ��, the City of Mount Vernon and Westchester County.

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Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Receives Historic $9 Million Gift to Launch Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program

znegron@mercy.edu — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:00:37 +0000

Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Receives Historic $9 Million Gift to Launch Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program znegron@mercy.edu Tue, 12/23/2025 - 15:00 School of Education ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Yonkers Times covered the launch of ��ԭ��'s Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program, made possible by a transformative philanthropic gift of more than $9 million from the Suzanne McGraw Foundation. The gift represents the largest in ��ԭ��’s history and will support a groundbreaking initiative to prepare highly skilled early childhood educators while addressing the urgent need for qualified early childhood educators in the region.

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I Live Here Westchester: Ashley Britton on Legacy Planning and Financial Empowerment in Westchester

znegron@mercy.edu — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:25:35 +0000

I Live Here Westchester: Ashley Britton on Legacy Planning and Financial Empowerment in Westchester znegron@mercy.edu Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:25 ��ԭ�� in the News

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Ashley Britton, program manager of the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center shares how the Legacy Planning Program is giving families the same tools and clarity once reserved for the wealthy — from creating wills and designating beneficiaries to tackling debt and building confidence. She discusses breaking generational barriers, bridging the wealth gap, and turning fear into financial freedom.

��ԭ�� partnered with the City of Mount Vernon, Westchester County and the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund to launch the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), ��ԭ�� serves as the nonprofit provider managing the day-to-day operations for the FEC.

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The Impact: ��ԭ�� Alumna Wins NY Emmy For Heartfelt Story on Chilean Artist

znegron@mercy.edu — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:21:32 +0000

The Impact: ��ԭ�� Alumna Wins NY Emmy For Heartfelt Story on Chilean Artist znegron@mercy.edu Fri, 10/24/2025 - 16:21 ��ԭ�� in the News Alumni

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The Impact, ��ԭ��'s school newspaper written and edited by students, recently featured an article on ��ԭ�� alumna Nicole Alarcon, a Media Studies graduate who was part of a News 12 team that won an Emmy on Oct. 11, 2025.

Alarcon, who was associate editor of the Impact in 2022, is deeply grateful for the unwavering support and guidance she received throughout her journalism studies at ��ԭ��.

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914 Inc: Work-Based Learning at ��ԭ�� Offers Real-World Experience

znegron@mercy.edu — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:11:05 +0000

914 Inc: Work-Based Learning at ��ԭ�� Offers Real-World Experience znegron@mercy.edu Fri, 10/24/2025 - 16:11 ��ԭ�� in the News

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Westchester Magazine's 914 Inc, the business magazine, recently featured an article on ��ԭ��'s work-based learning program, which gives students opportunities to learn outside of the classroom. Through internships, co-ops, clinical rotations, service learning, volunteer work, and student teaching, ��ԭ�� ensures every student can gain hands-on experience in the field.

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Westfair Business Journal-��ԭ�� Remains Steadfastly Committed to Education for All

znegron@mercy.edu — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:05:16 +0000

Westfair Business Journal-��ԭ�� Remains Steadfastly Committed to Education for All znegron@mercy.edu Wed, 10/08/2025 - 17:05 ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Westfair Business Journal published an article about ��ԭ�� in their October 6 edition, featuring a Q&A with President Susan Parish highlighting ��ԭ��'s 75th anniversary and its impact as an institution of educational access and opportunity for all.

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Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Recognized for Social Mobility

znegron@mercy.edu — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:30:47 +0000

Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Recognized for Social Mobility znegron@mercy.edu Tue, 09/30/2025 - 17:30 ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Hudson Independent covered ��ԭ��'s announcement that it has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a top performer on Social Mobility in the publication’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings.

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Rivertowns Dispatch Podcast-��ԭ�� President Susan Parish

znegron@mercy.edu — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:23:59 +0000

Rivertowns Dispatch Podcast-��ԭ�� President Susan Parish znegron@mercy.edu Thu, 09/25/2025 - 12:23 ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Rivertowns Dispatch Podcast host Timothy Reuter recently sat down with ��ԭ�� President Susan L. Parish to discuss the role the university plays in the Rivertowns community, how AI is impacting education and political polarization at universities, among other topics.

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News 12: ��ԭ�� Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

znegron@mercy.edu — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:03:08 +0000

News 12: ��ԭ�� Celebrates its 75th Anniversary znegron@mercy.edu Mon, 09/08/2025 - 10:03 ��ԭ�� in the News

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News 12 Westchester coverage of ��ԭ��'s September 5th announcement about its 75th anniversary celebration kicking off with Founders' Festival on September 20th.

NPR: ��ԭ�� Instructor and CNR Alumnus Joseph Lee Discusses his Debut Novel

znegron@mercy.edu — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:58:17 +0000

NPR: ��ԭ�� Instructor and CNR Alumnus Joseph Lee Discusses his Debut Novel znegron@mercy.edu Fri, 08/01/2025 - 11:58 School of Liberal Arts ��ԭ�� in the News

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��ԭ�� instructor and CNR alumnus Joseph Lee recently sat down with NPR's Fresh Air podcast to discuss his debut novel, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity. The half Wampanoag author talks about navigating identity as a Native on Martha's Vineyard and what it means to belong to a land that is both a sacred home and a major tourist attraction.

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Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Student Athlete Lindsey Shimborske Named Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year

znegron@mercy.edu — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 22:41:56 +0000

Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Student Athlete Lindsey Shimborske Named Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year znegron@mercy.edu Thu, 07/31/2025 - 18:41 ��ԭ�� in the News

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��ԭ��'s University's announcement on women’s lacrosse player Lindsey Shimborske being named the 2025 Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year was covered by the Yonkers Times.

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River Journal: Regional Leaders Chart Digital Future at CONVERGE ’25

znegron@mercy.edu — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 22:52:33 +0000

River Journal: Regional Leaders Chart Digital Future at CONVERGE ’25 znegron@mercy.edu Wed, 07/30/2025 - 18:52 ��ԭ�� in the News

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The River Journal online covered the second annual CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference hosted by the Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester County, and The STEM Alliance in partnership with ��ԭ��. The event,held at ��ԭ��'s Westchester Campus in Dobbs Ferry, brought together business, government, nonprofit, and education leaders to explore how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and digital inclusion can power the region’s economy and create a more equitable, resilient future.

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Yonkers Times: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Advanced Certificate Program

znegron@mercy.edu — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:53:06 +0000

Yonkers Times: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Advanced Certificate Program znegron@mercy.edu Wed, 06/04/2025 - 16:53 School of Nursing ��ԭ�� in the News

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��ԭ��'s University's announcement of the launch of its new Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Advanced Certificate Program was covered by the Yonkers Times.

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The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Awarded $140,000 Grant From Phelps Healthcare Foundation

znegron@mercy.edu — Thu, 29 May 2025 21:11:51 +0000

The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Awarded $140,000 Grant From Phelps Healthcare Foundation znegron@mercy.edu Thu, 05/29/2025 - 17:11 School of Nursing ��ԭ�� in the News

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��ԭ��'s University's announcement of its $140,000 grant from the Phelps Healthcare Foundation to launch a new community mobile health screening initiative that strengthens access to care throughout Westchester County was covered by The Hudson Independent.

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News 12: ��ԭ��'s Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Endorsed by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences

znegron@mercy.edu — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:55:50 +0000

News 12: ��ԭ��'s Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Endorsed by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences znegron@mercy.edu Tue, 05/06/2025 - 18:55 ��ԭ�� in the News

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News 12 Weschester coverage of ��ԭ��'s May 5, 2025 announcement that its Bachelor’s degree program in Criminal Justice has been officially endorsed by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) for academic quality, a significant recognition that highlights the program’s academic excellence and commitment to student success.

News 12: 2025 MedTech & Finance Conference Hosted at ��ԭ��'s Westchester Campus

znegron@mercy.edu — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 23:13:44 +0000

News 12: 2025 MedTech & Finance Conference Hosted at ��ԭ��'s Westchester Campus znegron@mercy.edu Mon, 03/24/2025 - 19:13 School of Business ��ԭ�� in the News

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News 12 Westchester coverage of the MedTech & Finance Conference hosted by ��ԭ��, in partnership with Westchester County Youth Bureau and Sister to Sister International at its Westchester Campus on March 22, 2025. The conference introduced eighth to twelfth graders from across the county to emerging career opportunities.

The Neighborhood Buzz: ��ԭ��’s Music Production and Recording Arts Program

znegron@mercy.edu — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:21:59 +0000

The Neighborhood Buzz: ��ԭ��’s Music Production and Recording Arts Program znegron@mercy.edu Fri, 03/14/2025 - 16:21 School of Liberal Arts ��ԭ�� in the News

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��ԭ��'s Music Production and Recording Arts staff Justin Kessler and Sam Stauff as featured in Winter issue of the The Neighborhood Buzz magazine. Photo by Ken Valenti of The Neighborhood Buzz.

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��ԭ��’s Music Production and Recording Arts program was featured in the Winter 2025 issue of The Neighborhood Buzz magazine as an innovative program where students work with professionals, make connections and gain real-life experiences.

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The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Offering Free Tax Prep

znegron@mercy.edu — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:31:26 +0000

The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Offering Free Tax Prep znegron@mercy.edu Mon, 03/03/2025 - 19:31 ��ԭ�� in the News

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The Hudson Independent coverage of ��ԭ��'s free tax preparation services in collaboration with Westchester County through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at its Westchester and Bronx campuses.

Read about it here https://thehudsonindependent.com/mercy-university-is-offering-free-tax-preparation-in-westchester-and-the-bronx/

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Westfair Business Journal: Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center Marks First Year

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Yonkers Times: ����ԭ�� Receives Historic $9 Million Gift to Launch Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program

I Live Here Westchester: Ashley Britton on Legacy Planning and Financial Empowerment in Westchester

The Impact: ����ԭ�� Alumna Wins NY Emmy For Heartfelt Story on Chilean Artist

914 Inc: Work-Based Learning at ����ԭ�� Offers Real-World Experience

Westfair Business Journal-����ԭ�� Remains Steadfastly Committed to Education for All

Hudson Independent: ����ԭ�� Recognized for Social Mobility

Rivertowns Dispatch Podcast-����ԭ�� President Susan Parish

News 12: ����ԭ�� Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

NPR: ����ԭ�� Instructor and CNR Alumnus Joseph Lee Discusses his Debut Novel

Yonkers Times: ����ԭ�� Student Athlete Lindsey Shimborske Named Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year

River Journal: Regional Leaders Chart Digital Future at CONVERGE ’25

Yonkers Times: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Advanced Certificate Program

The Hudson Independent: ����ԭ�� Awarded $140,000 Grant From Phelps Healthcare Foundation

News 12: ����ԭ��'s Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Endorsed by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences

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The Neighborhood Buzz: ����ԭ��’s Music Production and Recording Arts Program

The Hudson Independent: ����ԭ�� Offering Free Tax Prep

��ԭ�� Receives Approval for New Campus Field House

Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Receives Historic $9 Million Gift to Launch Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program

The Impact: ��ԭ�� Alumna Wins NY Emmy For Heartfelt Story on Chilean Artist

914 Inc: Work-Based Learning at ��ԭ�� Offers Real-World Experience

Westfair Business Journal-��ԭ�� Remains Steadfastly Committed to Education for All

Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Recognized for Social Mobility

Rivertowns Dispatch Podcast-��ԭ�� President Susan Parish

News 12: ��ԭ�� Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

NPR: ��ԭ�� Instructor and CNR Alumnus Joseph Lee Discusses his Debut Novel

Yonkers Times: ��ԭ�� Student Athlete Lindsey Shimborske Named Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year

The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Awarded $140,000 Grant From Phelps Healthcare Foundation

News 12: ��ԭ��'s Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Endorsed by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences

News 12: 2025 MedTech & Finance Conference Hosted at ��ԭ��'s Westchester Campus

The Neighborhood Buzz: ��ԭ��’s Music Production and Recording Arts Program

The Hudson Independent: ��ԭ�� Offering Free Tax Prep