One week until a milestone moment in our university's history. Join us as we celebrate the official Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Mark Brown as Mount Marty University's 12th president. Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 4:00 PM Location: Bishop Marty Chapel

Mount Marty University will host candidates for the Sister Mary Arthur Schramm Nursing scholarship interviews in the month of November, giving first year and transfer students the opportunity to receive $33,000 per year in scholarships for the duration of their time at the university. Sister Mary Arthur Schramm, a retired nursing professor, started the university’s nurse anesthesia program more than 50 years ago. Students must have a 3.8 unweighted GPA to be considered for the scholarship interview, which includes meeting with nursing faculty, sitting in on a nursing class, complimentary lunch on campus, and a faculty-guided tour of the Avera Science & Nursing Center. Interested students can read more about the scholarship and register here: loom.ly/00MW-u0

Class of 1977 alumnus Dr. Steven Feeney and his wife, Ruth, have made a landmark planned gift commitment to Mount Marty University. Their inspiring contribution will enhance residence life, support programs in biology, chemistry, and Justice Studies, and expand the Dr. Steven and Ruth Feeney Endowed Scholarship Fund. We are deeply grateful for their extraordinary generosity and dedication to our students! "Mount Marty made a difference in my life, and Ruth and I are fortunate to be in a position to give back," says Dr. Feeney. Read the full story here: loom.ly/bSzFT-k

Building on tradition. Growing for the future. 🎓 Mount Marty University is proud to announce our highest student enrollment since 2009! This milestone reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff, and community, as well as the trust our students place in a Benedictine education centered on leadership, service, and academic excellence. Thank you to everyone who supports our mission and helps keep the Lancer tradition thriving across all our campuses.

Spotting familiar faces and welcoming new ones. Happy first day of classes!✏️

Last Friday, we were proud to host the official ribbon cutting and opening of the new Coach Rozy Performance weight room! This state-of-the-art facility represents a major investment in the physical development, health, and athletic excellence of our student-athletes. Key features of the upgraded facility include: - 38 power racks designed for optimal strength development - Integrated iPads on every rack for precise, real-time performance tracking - Expanded premium equipment to support comprehensive training for all sports programs We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped turn this vision into a reality. The future of Lancer Athletics is brighter, and stronger, than ever.

We are so excited to have our fall athletes back on campus today! Wishing everyone a smooth move-in day and an amazing start to the upcoming year. We can’t wait to welcome the rest of our Lancers back to campus soon!

The calm before move-in day... Tomorrow, the fog clears and Lancer Nation arrives! Safe travels to our fall athletes! 💙💛

Last Friday, we had the privilege of celebrating the Class of 2028 Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice students at the annual Blessing of the Hands ceremony in Sioux Falls. Surrounded by the love and support of family, friends, and faculty, the students received prayer, scripture, and words of encouragement as they prepare to begin clinicals. We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to watching them grow into exceptional nurse anesthetists. May God guide and bless them throughout this next chapter of their journey. 💙💛 To view all photos, visit here: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD12RB

SAVE THE DATE: We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Fine Arts Hall of Fame inductees! Join us on Sunday, October 18 at the Marian Auditorium as we honor these incredible individuals who have shaped the creative legacy of Mount Marty: John Day – Former Art Faculty (Posthumously) David Kahle – Former Art Faculty Norm Kunselman – Class of 1976, Theater Bernie Hunhoff – Class of 1974, Journalism / Communications 🎟️ Registration: loom.ly/lUswzq0 ⏰ Time: Reception - 11:00 a.m. | Program - 12:00 p.m.

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE: Join us in celebrating outstanding Lancers at the Alumni Honors Brunch on Saturday, October 17, 2026! We are incredibly proud to honor this year's exceptional Alumni Award recipients: Maura Lysne, ’19 Brian Bertsch, ’78 Krystal Diedrichsen, ’04 Mary Lee Villanueva, ’96 🎟️ Registration: loom.ly/BTAJPD0 📍 Location: Copper Room 121 W 3rd St. ⏰ Time: Doors open at 9:00 a.m. | Program begins at 9:30 a.m.

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, October 16, 2026! 🗓️ We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible legacy of our newest Mount Marty Athletics Hall of Fame inductees: John Meiser ('73, Basketball) 🏀 Roman Kula ('94, Baseball) ⚾ Emily Reilly ('01, Basketball) 🏀 David Gall ('02, Basketball) 🏀 Sarah Kerr ('02, Volleyball) 🏐 Jason Schmidt ('13, Baseball) ⚾ 2010 Men’s Baseball Team ⚾ 🎟️ If you'd like to attend the event, please register here: loom.ly/hv_6zx8

90 years of faith, learning, and community. We are proud to reveal our official 90th Anniversary logo for the 2026-2027 academic year! Since 1936, Mount Marty has been a place of purpose, rooted in our Benedictine values. Here’s to our shared legacy and a bright future ahead. Click the link to learn more! mountmarty.edu/about-us/news…

There's no place like home, and there’s no place like Mount Marty. Clear your schedules for October 13 - 18, 2026 for Lancer Days! We can't wait to welcome our alumni, students, families, and community to campus for a weekend full of tradition, school spirit, and memories. 🔗 Visit mountmarty.edu/lancerdays to see what we have planned!

Mount Marty University wishes everyone a Happy 4th of July! Have a great, safe weekend. 🇺🇸

Congratulations to Mount Marty's very own Dr. Danielle Pierotti on her prestigious appointment to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC). As one of just 17 national healthcare experts on this independent federal body, Dr. Pierotti will bring a vital, nursing-centered perspective to Congress, ensuring the unique challenges of rural healthcare get the national attention they deserve. We are incredibly proud to have Mount Marty leadership representing our community and driving evidence-based healthcare policy in Washington, D.C. Read the full story here: mountmarty.edu/about-us/news…

This May, Mount Marty University proudly celebrated the Class of 2026, honoring our fall 2025 and spring 2026 graduates alongside our August 2026 candidates. It was an unforgettable commencement season celebrating our community's dedication to leadership, faith, and service. We are so incredibly proud of all our new alumni and their hard work! 🎓✨ 🔗 Click here to view the full list of graduates and celebrate their achievements: mountmarty.edu/about-us/news…

Earlier this month, a group of our students and campus leaders wrapped up a unique three-week immersive experience. By following the traditional prayer and work schedules outlined in the Rule of Saint Benedict, participants gained firsthand insight into Benedictine values. The trip was truly transformative, equipping our campus community to better incorporate these timeless practices into our daily lives.