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MOUNT STUDENTS SEE OPPORTUNITY AS BOUNDLESS. At the Mount, we seek the development of the whole person. That means giving students plenty of opportunities to explore their passions outside the classroom, as well as in it. Few institutions can offer what Mount Saint Vincent does. Our students expand their perspectives through the richness of New York City with the support of a close-knit academic community. 1
EXPLORE THE NEIGHBORHOOD The Mount is in New York City and students are just minutes away from museums, theaters, restaurants, shopping, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, Wall Street, the United Nations, and much more.
New York City is fast-paced. It’s a globally influential cultural and economic capital—and it’s where Mount students play and explore. Take advantage of free trips to major events and must-see landmarks. From the High Line to the Guggenheim, the Mount will get you where you want to go.
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Students from the Department of Accounting, Business, and Economics visit the floor of the New York Stock Exchange where they speak to market analysts and specialists until the ending bell.
Professors encourage student trips to galleries, scholarly collections, and museums, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art.
Visual Arts students complete outdoor photography tours throughout Manhattan, including Times Square.
Biology students conduct ecological studies in the Hudson River and Van Cortlandt Park.
The City provides more than a playground. Students learn from the people they meet and the places they frequent. From its academic, cultural, and professional institutions to its history and the dynamics of its diverse population, New York offers countless and unparalleled ways to enrich an education.
The College’s curriculum utilizes opportunities outside the classroom, allowing students to gain practical experience and apply theory in 3 5 professional settings.
ON CAMPUS
A vibrant campus life is part of our mission. Students immerse themselves into a diverse and supportive community that changes the way they think and helps them realize what matters most. Students continually learn and grow, exploring new and exciting interests. Each club and organization has an advisor—made up of Mount faculty and staff—ready to help you foster valuable connections. Whatever your passion—journalism, creative writing, acting, art, dance, cultural awareness, athletics, business, community service, environmentalism—there’s a club for you.
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Mount Media is for all students interested in journalism or production, offering the programming and tools to get involved in the media world. The club hosts multiple radio and television shows that stream online and on the College’s own TV station.
The Introspect is a student-led journal on race, class, religion, gender, and justice. All are invited to create insightful dialogue together.
It’s easy to get involved at the Mount. We offer more than 35 different clubs and organizations—a few of which are listed here.
Model U.N. offers a forum for students to address global concerns in a real-world context. Students attend conferences at such institutions as Harvard University, Columbia University, and the University of Pennsylvania.
CMSV Players offers students interested in theater arts a chance to perform. The group hosts a main stage show each year, providing opportunities for acting, stage management, and production.
The Underground is the College’s student literary magazine that has garnered submissions from contributors at colleges and universities around the globe.
A Moment of Magic is a student-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that invites volunteers to dress as popular characters and visit children in need—in hospitals, schools, camps, and social service agencies— throughout New York and beyond.
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Mount graduates go on to become industry leaders in education, business, healthcare, social justice, and government. There are many ways to hone your leadership skills on and off campus. The strong sense of direction and purpose that carries our students starts right here. Student Government Association The Student Government Association (SGA) is a body of students representing the fulltime undergraduate and graduate populations. SGA provides an opportunity for all students to become involved in the governance of the College. Oxley Career Education Program The Oxley Program begins on your first day at the Mount and continues through graduation. You’ll identify your strengths and interests, and your Oxley advisor will help you strategize how to translate what you love into a career. Center for Undergraduate Research Students are encouraged to develop original research during their time at the Mount. Work is driven by individual ideas and passions, and is held up for public inspection at national and international conferences. Internships Our location in New York City ensures you’ll have ready access to internship opportunities at top businesses, entertainment companies, health care facilities, government agencies, and more. Internships connect the classroom to the world— you’ll be eager to explore interests and transfer theory to application in the Big Apple.
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Service Our students’ commitment to service is impressive— they volunteer over 10,000 hours annually. The Mount partners with local service agencies and supports some of the most disadvantaged populations across New York City. Groups of Mount students frequently travel across the United States, as well as internationally, to give back to those in need through Mission and Ministry trips. Seton Service and Leadership Program Exemplifying the College’s most fundamental values, the Seton Service and Leadership Program welcomes students to join a like-minded community of peers who serve together, fostering servant leadership skills. The program features weekly reflective gatherings and a leadership retreat each semester, which allows students to guide themselves and others through the journey of volunteerism and self-discovery.
Mount Saint Vincent fosters an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. As diverse as their interests are, students find commonality in service—they coordinate outreach with leading service organizations in health care and environmental action, with Habitat for Humanity and in homeless shelters, with veterans and in communities for the elderly, and in after-school programs and soup kitchens.
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STUDY ABROAD
Mount Saint Vincent’s study abroad programs broaden cultural and intellectual horizons and deepen students’ perspectives on their home country and the world. We encourage students to live and learn in foreign countries to enhance their development as global citizens through a variety of semester-long and shortterm programs. You can study Italian language courses in Rome, forecast economic trends in China, and travel to rural areas of Guatemala to apply nursing skills in health clinics, among others. Interested in studying at an international campus for the entire semester? The Mount participates in exchange programs with St. Mary’s University in London and the Florence University for the Arts, both offering courses for students in a variety of majors and concentrations.
Studying abroad is one of the most beneficial experiences during your time in college. We’ll help you find an option that works for you.
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Can’t commit to a semester abroad? Travel during our winter intersession, spring break, or over the summer. We’ve created a number of short-term study abroad options, including facultyled excursions to South America, England, Turkey, Greece, Italy, and Spain.
IPSL @MOUNT SAINT VINCENT Nearly every college student has an opportunity to study abroad, but Mount students have an additional advantage: they can imbue their study abroad experiences with meaningful work. IPSL @ Mount Saint Vincent’s programs unite nationally recognized academics with ethical service learning, creating greater access to high-quality international educational opportunities. Students enroll in rigorous interdisciplinary courses, live with a host family, and benefit from placements with leading service organizations. Few programs are designed to ensure such an immersive study abroad experience. Students can pursue study abroad and service immersions in more than 15 countries―from exploring the history and culture of the Andean Highlands to studying the hill tribes and elephant camps of Chiang Mai, our students’ experiences change the world for the better. We offer placements in Cambodia, Ecuador, France, Greece, Guatemala, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Peru, Philippines, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.
Through IPSL @ Mount Saint Vincent, you’ll find study abroad at its best and most enticing—all that it should be. 9
PARAMOUNT PERSPECTIVES The ParaMount Perspectives Speaker Series connects students with today’s thought leaders. Artists, business executives, doctors, scientific researchers, and other prominent leaders bring their experience and wisdom directly into the Mount’s classrooms, allowing students to gain industry knowledge and unique career insights firsthand.
SPEAKERS Matthew J. Arduino ’79 Dr.P.H. Chief of Clinical and Environmental Microbiology at the CDC in Atlanta Virginia A. LiVolsi ’65 M.D. Director of Strategic Initiatives and Quality Improvement at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Frank Bruni Author and Op-Ed Columnist for The New York Times Kathryn Swintek ’74 Former Head of Leveraged Finance and Global Head of High Yield at BNP Paribas and Managing Partner of Golden Seeds Fund 2, LP Joanne Zurlo ’74 Ph.D. Director of Science Strategy at Johns Hopkins University Terence Tubridy and Jeffrey Brosi ’02 Co-owners of In Good Company Hospitality Group Rosemary Berkery ’75 Chairman of UBS Bank USA and Vice Chairman of UBS Wealth Management Americas Ambassador Ahmed Farouk Consul General of Egypt to New York Theresa B. Dizon-de Vega Consul General of the Philippines to New York
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MOUNT MENTORS
Meaningful Relationships. Promising Futures. The Mentors Program pairs accomplished professionals with exceptional students. The program provides students the opportunity to integrate the habits of mind that they have developed in their academic studies into their way of living, especially in regard to their career development. Students’ relationships with their mentors allow them to see the implications of their college education beyond the classroom.
Students are often paired with professionals who work outside their field of interest. By developing relationships with such industry leaders, students emphasize the transferability and universal nature of the skills that it takes to be successful in any career. 11
ATHLETICS AND RECREATION The Department of Athletics and Recreation is committed to reflecting the values of excellence and achievement to which our institution aspires. The Mount is a participant of the Skyline Conference and an NCAA Division III affiliate. We currently offer 14 varsity sports and emphasize athletic participation as an integral part of the overall collegiate experience. We also offer many intramural and club sports that are open to all members of our student body. The Department complements the College’s mission, emphasizing the holistic development of our students—we encourage honesty, integrity, teamwork, and discipline. We are dedicated to providing the support and resources that our students need to be successful in the classroom, in the arena of competition, in service to our community, and in their chosen profession. We prepare our students with the knowledge and experiences needed to be successful in life. 12
MEN’S //////////////// Baseball
Soccer
Basketball
Volleyball
Cross Country
Wrestling
Lacrosse
WOMEN’S //////////// Basketball
Softball
Cross Country
Swimming
Lacrosse
Volleyball
Soccer
INTRAMURALS /////// Basketball
Indoor Soccer
Boxing
Ultimate Frisbee
Dodgeball
Volleyball
Flag Football
Women’s Wrestling
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Our on-campus facilities include an NCAA regulation athletic field, a performance gym, an auxiliary gym, dance studios, and a 7,500-square-foot fitness center housed in the Peter Jay Sharp Athletic and Recreation Center.
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BY THE NUMBERS
16 Skyline Conference All-Stars 11 6 1.1 MILLION Chi Alpha Sigma Inductees
Teams Earned a GPA of 3.0 or Higher
Yards Walked in Yards for Yeardley Campaign
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Skyline Academic Honor Roll Members
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RESIDENCE LIFE
College residence halls offer a safe and comfortable community that supports academic and personal development. The Office of Housing and Residence Life promotes respect and responsibility, allowing students to establish their independence while living in a dynamic environment. There are five residence halls at the College: Alumnae, Mastronardi, Spellman, Marillac, and Seton. Our residence halls are staffed by resident assistants who are a great resource throughout your journey on campus. They serve as peer advisors, resources, and friends to students. Living on campus affords many benefits and the Mount is committed to making it a meaningful part of your educational experience. Residential students immerse themselves in their studies, make effective use of campus services, forge friendships, and participate in numerous activities. This kind of personal growth offers students a unique experience, allowing residents to support and learn from each other. 16
Commuter students are vital members of the College community, too. Nearly half of our students commute, but all students feel at home on campus. There are a number of programs tailored to the needs and schedules of commuter students, including frequent Commuter Breakfasts and a Commuter Week. We also offer a Commuter Assistant program to specifically address the challenges commuter students face. Staff members guide you as you integrate into the College community— they’ll even help you find employment on or near campus.
Looking for a place to hang out between classes? We have plenty of available locations for you to relax and study. Students can be found in the Alumnae Pavilion Student Center, Founders Hall, the Elizabeth Seton Library, Hudson Heights, and many more.
Set activity periods ensure commuters can engage in extracurricular events, trips, and activities, so there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer or join different student clubs and organizations. Whether your classes are during the day or in the evening, we encourage you to visit the Alumnae Pavilion Student Center, which houses the Mount’s Office of Student Activities, Leadership, and Commuter Life. 17
A rigorous and inclusive liberal arts college committed to the Catholic tradition and ecumenism, the College of Mount Saint Vincent boasts nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs. We combine a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors. Small class sizes and personalized attention provide our talented students with an exceptional academic experience. Education here goes beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work: At the Mount, we seek to develop the whole person—the heart as well as the mind.
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