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St. Ambrose alum and former chaplain named bishop-elect of diocese in Oregon

On July 10, Pope Leo XIV appointed St. Ambrose University graduate Rev. Thom Hennen ’00 bishop-elect of the Diocese of Baker, Oregon.

Thursday, July 10, 2025

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St. Ambrose Honors Residence Life Leader for Mentorship and Leadership

St. Ambrose University has recognized Steven McConnell, area coordinator for the upper-class experience, with the 2025 President’s Award.

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

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Brittany Tullis receives Mellon Fellowship for HERS Leadership Institute

Brittany Tullis, PhD, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at St. Ambrose University, has received a prestigious HERS-Mellon Fellowship.

Monday, June 30, 2025

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St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy Universities Celebrate Major Milestone Toward Strategic Combination of the Catholic Institutions

St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University today celebrated the successful completion of the first step in a two-step process to fully combine.

Friday, June 27, 2025

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