Back to school . . . it's coming up quickly! The school is sparkling clean, the teachers are preparing their rooms and lessons, and the Alumnae Board and Alumnae Office are gearing up for another great year.
We are looking for women to join the Mercy Alumnae Board! This energetic group is the backbone of the Alumnae Association and members represent classes from 50's to the 90's. Join us for an opportunity to be involved in the school that means so much to you. If you are interested in participating or want more information about the Alumnae Board, please contact me at 248.476.3270 or send me an email.
As always, Mercy's doors are open to you so drop in and say hello. Special thanks to Judith Marcoux Leckey '72 from Florida for stopping by the Alumnae Office during her summer visit!
~ Jennifer Stark, Alumnae Coordinator
Mercy Girls Night Out
Lora Scott Auten '91 is hosting an event at Oliver's Trendz, where it's good to be a girl, a boutique in downtown Birmingham, MI. If you are local, bring your friends and drop in for a girls night out! Mingle with Mercy alumnae, enjoy a glass of wine, and shop to support Mercy.
Wednesday, September 17
6:30 - 8:30pm Open House
10% of all sales during this event will support the Alumnae Association Tuition Assistance Program. Click here to visit Oliver's Trendz website to check out the cute accessories and make your shopping list!
The Alumnae Association will be honoring all alumnae who have daughters currently enrolled at Mercy during the 2nd Annual Alumnae Legacy Reception. Mothers and daughters are invited to dinner with Mercy President and Alumnae Board members. Join us to share your favorite Mercy memory and to meet other alumnae who have daughters at Mercy.
Mercy Day - Wednesday, September 24 7:00 - 8:30pm
Further details to follow. RSVP to Jennifer Stark in the Alumnae Office by September 17.
Pal Pictures
Recognize these smiling faces? Take a look at the August Pal Pictures!
Friends reunite! After years of not seeing each other, '83 alumnae Mary Lou LaForest Trela, Suzette Beaudoin, Lisa Titus-Corbat, Patrice Berlinski, and Elizabeth Nakagawa Nordstrom gathered in April 2008. The group has met again since and are making plans for future gatherings. Submitted by Patrice Berlinski.
"Celebrate good times, come on!" Friends from the class of 2000 celebrated the wedding of Kristy George. Pictured from left to right Alli Coan, Katie Windisch, Kristy George Martin, SarahAnn Schultz, and Marybeth Welch. Submitted by SarahAnn Schultz.
Keep those pictures coming! If you would like to submit a picture of you and your Mercy gal pals email Jennifer Stark in the Alumnae Office and attach your group photo and a caption.
Calling all D.C. Alumnae
Mercy alumna Judy Richer '76 is opening up her home in metro D.C. to enjoy food, fellowship, and of course some Mercy memories on Saturday, October 11 from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Mercy alumnae who live or work in Metro D.C. are invited to attend.
Be a part of this exciting group as they explore the new frontier of establishing the first ever Chapter of the Mercy Alumnae Association!
Contact Jennifer Stark in the Alumnae Office for more details or to RSVP.
Splish, Splash
Twenty-five alumnae stroked through the Marlin pool at the 4th Annual Alumnae Swim and Dive meet on Saturday, August 16.
Way to swim, ladies!
A circle of friends. Mercy Marlins and alumnae gathered in the pool to fire up the teams with a chant and a group hug.
Many thanks to all alumnae who participated in the event. Hope to see you making waves at the pool next year!
Have you seen this alumna?
Next time you're watching TV keep your eyes peeled for Catherine Worth Chittick '92 who is in a Dairy Queen commercial!
This past spring, Mercy alumnae Ann Reno Love '72, Lizzy Love '06 and Anna Sklut '06 were in Ireland and visited the International Mercy Center. The group was given a tour of the building, the beautiful chapel, and the courtyard where Catherine McAuley is buried. Anna Sklut '06, Lizzy Love '06, and Ann Reno Love '72 pictured below.
Friends reunite! After years of not seeing each other, '83 alumnae Mary Lou LaForest Trela, Suzette Beaudoin, Lisa Titus-Corbat, Patrice Berlinski, and Elizabeth Nakagawa Nordstrom gathered in April 2008. The group has met again since and are making plans for future gatherings.
Twenty-five alumnae stroked through the Marlin pool at the 4th Annual Alumnae Swim and Dive meet on Saturday, August 16.
A circle of friends. Mercy Marlins and alumnae gathered in the pool to fire up the teams with a chant and a group hug. 
Anna Sklut '06, Lizzy Love '06, and Ann Reno Love '72 pictured below.
