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Why a campus visit can make all the difference

Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions a student will make, and a visit is the only way to fully capture how a campus feels.

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Aubrey Lathrop

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Mount Mercy Campus Board Chair LeAnn Ridgeway ’86, ’98 MBA poses outside on Mount Mercy University's campus.
A life shaped by St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy

For LeAnn Ridgeway ’86, ’98 MBA, the merger between St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University feels like a homecoming.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Shelby Leabo ’15

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St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy named among Money’s Best Colleges

St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University have once again been named to Money’s “Best Colleges” list.

Thursday, July 23, 2026

St. Ambrose University

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Why smaller campuses offer bigger opportunities

Choosing a college is about more than finding a place to earn a degree. It's about community, exploring interests, and preparing for your future.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

St. Ambrose University

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