"This means they’re devoting precious resources that they could use at any other of the more than 3,600 non-profit, accredited public and private universities across the United States."

Read the latest Benedictine Thought & Action blog post: mountmarty.edu/hospitality-higher-ed

Vice President for Enrollment Management Greg Franz says, "When a prospective student decides to visit our campus, they are, obviously, not visiting another campus at that time."

In the third installment of Dr. Jason Heron's reflection on chapter 64 of Benedict's Rule, he touches on the “nature of the burden."

Read more at mountmarty.edu/the-abbot-and-the-teacher-3.

📸 Fra Angelico, “St. Benedict of Nursia” (c. 1437-1446) (photo: Public Domain / Public Domain)

President Long's commitment to Mount Marty University has helped shape it into the thriving institution it is today. His leadership has greatly impacted the university and will leave a lasting impression on students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Thank you, President Long. 💙💛

Under his guidance, the university made history as the first private university in the state to offer doctoral programs, increased enrollment by nearly 30%, and completed the university’s first comprehensive fundraising campaign, more than doubling the endowment.

Throughout his tenure, President Long's dedication has driven significant growth, both in the classroom and in the community, and deepened the university's commitment to its Benedictine mission.

In part 2 of Dr. Jason Heron's reflection, he was reminded of a moment with a sister. This moment challenged Dr. Heron and set him on a new path.

Read it here: mountmarty.edu/the-abbot-and-the-teacher-2

This new position will work closely with Mount Marty University's mission partner Avera Health to further the goal of being the preeminent Catholic university focused on rural health and well-being.

Read more: mountmarty.edu/vice-president-for-health-affairs