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Join us for a panel and networking focused on navigating career changes
Join us for a panel and networking focused on navigating career changes

Mother McAuley's Young Professionals Board invites alumnae, Mighty Mac parents, and members of the McAuley community of all ages & career stages to a networking event and panel focused on navigating career changes, new opportunities, and unexpected turns - offering insight and encouragement for anyone thinking about “what is next.”

🎟️ Tickets are $20 per person (Includes wine, appetizers, and a complimentary professional headshot session!) 

Performers in colorful polka-dot dresses and red suits dance on a stage in front of large red curtains and a brick wall.
McAuley welcomes the Misericordia Heartbreakers!

We welcomed the Misericordia Heartbreakers back to 99th Street for a performance that had every student on their feet and touched all of our hearts! 

Their annual performance at our school has been one of our favorite McAuley traditions for more than 40 years.

A line of students in red and white shirts with plaid skirts stand on a stage against a dark background.
Growing in Faith during Mercy Week

Mercy Week was held September 21 - 25 in celebration of Catherine McAuley opening the first House of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland. Throughout the week, our Campus Ministry team organized activities and projects that helped our school community live out some of the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy and grow in faith.

These projects and programs included assembling birthday kits for women and children in need; tending to the Graves of the Sisters of Mercy at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; painting & planting flower pots in celebration of this year's Mercy Week theme - "Mercy Grows Here"; enjoying tea during lunch periods; welcoming ValLimar Jansen back to McAuley; and holding our annual Mercy Day celebration with a skit about the Sisters of Mercy and Catherine McAuley, and the traditional "Why We Tell the Story" dance!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Rosie Wantuck '20
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Rosie Wantuck '20

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are spotlighting Hispanic alumnae who are role models in our Mighty Mac community. Today, we are excited to spotlight Rosie Wantuck '20! She works as a Finance Analyst at Motorola Solutions, supporting the international sales team through discounting strategy, sales forecasting, and budget preparation, while also leading the internship recruiting team.

Ten female golfers in red shirts and dark skirts pose in two rows against a blue background with "GCAC GOLF" and "3RD PLACE" text.
Golf places in 3rd at GCAC conference

McAuley Golf finished at an impressive 3rd place at the 2026 GCAC conference tournament. Congratulations to two of our golfers on receiving Conference Honors:

  • Avery Shipman '27, 7th place overall
  • Gabby Carr '29, 11th place overall
Two women stand side-by-side holding framed awards and bouquets of flowers in front of a white banner and red curtains.
2026 Catherine McAuley Award

Congratulations to Kruz Smith '27 and Julie Wogan McKee '93, the recipients of the 2026 Catherine McAuley Award! These two women embody Catherine's spirit and live out her legacy of service, compassion, and hospitality. We are MIGHTY grateful to have them as part of the McAuley community. 

Welcoming 1000+ guests for the inaugural Friday Night Lights
Welcoming 1000+ guests for the inaugural Friday Night Lights

Mother McAuley's championship volleyball tradition premiered outdoors for the first time!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Friday Night Lights: The Crosstown Classic on September 18, and a MIGHTY thank you to our sponsors! It was an unforgettable night as the Mighty Mac varsity volleyball team headed out under the lights for the first-ever outdoor volleyball match on our turf field, bringing home a win against the Loyola Academy Ramblers!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Jessica Garcia '06
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Jessica Garcia '06

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are spotlighting Hispanic alumnae who are role models in our Mighty Mac community. Today, we are excited to spotlight Jessica Garcia '06! Jessica currently works as a government contractor spearheading an enterprise cloud transformation by unifying legacy teams and systems around cloud strategy and SAFe-based delivery.

Five young women wearing matching navy blue "Kairos" sweatshirts pose together in front of colorful stained-glass windows.
First Kairos of the year

A group of senior students and faculty members attended the first Kairos retreat of the year, K168! They had a wonderful weekend as they grew in faith and compassion. 

Headshots of Abbey Murphy '20 and Gigi Navarette '23
Mother McAuley Science National Honor Society to Host Breast Cancer Awareness Walk

The Mother McAuley Science National Honor Society will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Tuesday, October 6, at 7:15 a.m. on the Mother McAuley turf field. The event will bring together students, faculty, staff, and members of the Mother McAuley community to raise awareness, show support, and honor those whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer.  T-shirts for the event are available now with proceeds supporting a friend of the Mother McAuley community who is currently facing breast cancer. 

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McAuley announces Young Professionals Board
McAuley announces Young Professionals Board

We are MIGHTY excited to introduce the founding members of Mother McAuley's Young Professionals Board!

Composed of accomplished young alumnae, this group is focused on fostering professional growth, strengthening alumnae networks, and expanding opportunities for the entire McAuley community.

The board is looking forward to its inaugural event this October - an alumnae networking reception & panel discussion. 

Learn more about the Young Professionals Board and its founding members

Register for the Panel & Networking Event

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Mother McAuley Names 2026 Inductees for McAuley Hall

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School will induct six women into the McAuley Hall on December 10, 2026. Recognized for their distinguished careers and inspiring dedication to their communities, these MIGHTY women embody the mission of their alma mater as strong and compassionate leaders and changemakers. This year's inductees are: Comfort Agboola '04. Mary Anne Hennessy Capron '75, Diane Blouin Fidler '87, Julie O'Sullivan '98, Nadine Martello Shepard '73, and Michelle Dineen-White '86.

A large group of students in uniform, many holding American flags, pose in front of a brick building with large windows.
McAuley, Brother Rice students hold 9/11 Memorial

Students from Mother McAuley and Brother Rice came together as a united front on Wednesday, September 9 to hold a prayer service and plant flags down Pulaski and 99th Street for the 25th Anniversary of 9/11. Megan O’Connell '27 led us in prayer during our time together.

A group of young women in matching t-shirts pose for a photo in front of a baseball field fence with a "Home of the Cardinals" sign.
Mighty Macs join the fun at the Y-Me Softball Tournament

Mother McAuley's A Capella performed the National Anthem and alumna Abbey Murphy '20 threw out the first pitch at the 32nd Annual Y-Me Softball Tournament the last weekend in August. It was a great day celebrating a beloved south side tradition.