Parents and Family
We know that family support is an integral part of a student’s success. Beyond the quality educational opportunities for which we are known, Misericordia University offers various cultural events and social opportunities for our students, alumni, parents of students, friends and neighbors.
This webpage is designed to keep you informed about MU and present various resources you may find helpful during your student's college experience.
Community Resources - Places to Stay, Dine, and More!
There are several local businesses that surround the Misericordia campus. Below is a list of these businesses.
Hotels & Places to Stay
**Ask for the special Misericordia rate!**
Best Western Plus Genetti Hotel & Conference Center
Courtyard Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena
Quality Inn and Suites Conference Center Hotel
Banks
Places to Eat
MU Social Media Sites
News and Events
There are important events and news that occur at Misericordia University. The following links can be used to keep up with these events!
Parent Program Resources
Misericordia has certain resources that are important for parents throughout the amount of time your student attends Misericordia.
Academics
Your student's academic achievement is important to Misericordia University. Here are some important links regarding Misericordia University's academics.
Home Football Tailgating Information
Offices and Programs of Interest
Misericordia has certain programs and offices that are important and interesting to the students on this campus.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Information Technology Student Helpdesk
Important Dates
Here are some important dates to remember for the Fall 2018 Semester.
Convocation
Thursday, August 23rd
First-Year Student Orientation
Thursday. August 23rd-Sunday, August 26th
Classes Begin
Monday, August 27th
Labor Day Recess
No Classes on Monday, September 3rd
Fall Recess Begins
Thursday, October 11th
Classes Resume
Monday, October 15th
Thanksgiving Recess Begins
Wednesday, November 21st
Classes Resume
Monday, November 26th
Final Exam Week
Monday, December 10th-Saturday, December 15th
Winter Baccalaureate and Commencement
Sunday, December 16th
Newsletter Subscriptions
Misericordia University has multiple newsletters that keep the Misericordia community up to date on current and exciting news occurring throughout campus. These newsletters are open to the public for subscription.
- The Highlander is a student run newspaper that discusses new happenings on campus and important student issues. It is available online as well as in print.
In order to subscribe:
-Click on the Highlander logo below
-Scroll down to the bottom of the homepage
-Look for the box on the left hand side titled "Email Updates"
-Enter your email address
- Misericordia Athletics also has a newsletter that provides the latest updates on sports events and highlights from recent games.
Click on the link below in order to subscribe to the Athletics Newsletter
MU Today
Misericordia Today is the university's official Alumni Magazine published twice throughout the year. The magazine highlights specific events regarding both past and current happenings on campus and among the Misericordia community.
Click here to access an archive of both traditional and digital versions of the MU Today magazine.