On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, our Environmental Science classes were excited to welcome the Senior Lab Manager & Quality Assurance Officer for the Culligan Analytical Laboratory to learn more about the process of filtering and testing water. Special thanks to Maria Mozdzen, Liz Filmer, and Eileen Earley Ziesemer '01 for collaborating with us!
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In honor of Black History Month, our Black Student Union and Alumnae Office have partnered to spotlight distinguished Black alumnae. Our first spotlight is Jazmyn C. Jefferson '10.
More than 80 alumnae and friends joined us for Career Day this morning. Students had the chance to learn more about a wide variety of careers, participate in activities, and learn more about the many opportunities available to them once they graduate from McAuley.
Mother McAuley High School is proud to announce the upcoming Celebration event, an annual gathering that honors and supports the unique and transformative experience provided to its students. Taking place Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the University Club in Chicago, this event showcases Mother McAuley as a beacon of excellence in education for young women - empowering them to lead with integrity, compassion and strength, and to shape the future with confidence.
We hosted alumnae at our annual Mighty Mac Alumnae Basketball Night. It was great to have alumnae back to cheer for the Mighty Macs!
Come enjoy conversation, cocktails, and Mighty Mac camaraderie with fellow alumnae. President Carey Temple Harrington '86 and Peggy Evans Rourke '76, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, will be on hand to share the good news from 99th Street! If you live in the area permanently or seasonally and are interested in attending one of these events, RSVP to join us.
Mother McAuley's Black Student Union (BSU) cordially invites alumnae to an inspiring breakfast. Join us for a meaningful morning of keynote speakers, student reflections, roundtable discussions, and more.
Our very own Bridget Stroner '23 is a current student at Saint Mary's College and performed with the Notre Dame Marching Band during the championship game.
We are MIGHTY proud to congratulate Claire Gannon '11 on receiving the 2024 Nurse of the Year Award for Advocate Children’s Hospital!
Read more Claire's outstanding work in the nursing field
Peace Corp Volunteer, Elizabeth Burke '83, visited our Theology IV: Global Studies Class in December.
Katie Schumacher-Cawley ‘97 led Penn State Women’s Volleyball to an NCAA National Championship victory! Katie is the FIRST female head coach to win the title. She is a true inspiration to the Mighty Macs!
Career Day will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025. We are always thrilled to welcome back Mother McAuley alumnae, parents, and friends to share career and educational advice with our students, and can't wait to welcome you to our 2025 Career Day.
We were grateful to celebrate the Christmas season with our Mother McAuley community at our first Holiday Harmony High Tea at The Drake Oak Brook! It was a wonderful event for mothers and daughters, friends, and family to gather together.
We are MIGHTY proud to congratulate Katie Schumacher Cawley ‘97 on leading the Penn State Women’s Volleyball team to the Big Ten Championship!
Anne Bigane Wilson '76 is the President of Bigane Paving Co., which was recently ranked in the list of "Largest Women-Owned Businesses in Chicago (2024)" by Crain's Chicago Business.
Our production of Peter Pan had a sold-out weekend of magical performances over the weekend of November 21-24.
Congratulations to Mother McAuley alumna and board of trustees chair, Vania Montero Wit '86, on being named Notable Latino Leader by Crain's Chicago Business!
Mother McAuley High School is thrilled to announce the hiring of Beth Meyers Shibata (pictured right) as the school’s new Vice President of Administration and Chief Financial Officer, and Meredith Obiala Simpson (pictured left) as the new Director of Marketing and Communications. Both members of the Mother McAuley Class of 2003, they bring their strong Mercy values and passion for the school’s mission to their new roles, along with robust experience.
Last week, Mother McAuley alumnae in the legal profession gathered together for an afternoon of networking at Nixon Peabody LLP. The caliber of professionals in attendance made this event more than just a networking opportunity — it was a powerful showcase of McAuley women who are driving change and shaping the legal and business landscape in Chicago.
On November 11, Mother McAuley and Brother Rice hosted a special Veterans Day celebration and prayer service to honor our nation's veterans' bravery, dedication, and service.
We welcomed five alumnae back to Mother McAuley to speak on a panel about their specialized career in the business field.
We had a ghostly good time at the annual Not-So-Haunted House hosted by students in our clubs and organizations on October 22! More than 400 kids and their families joined us for this well-loved event.
On October 17, we inducted six mighty women into the McAuley Hall of Honor. These women are shining examples of how to live a life of Mercy. Learn more about our inductees, and make a gift in their honor.
Our Drivers Education Class welcomed Hon. Pam Ingersol Saindon ‘80 back to Mother McAuley on October 17 to discuss the importance safe driving for teens.
Our Drivers Education Class welcomed Hon. Pam Ingersol Saindon ‘80 back to Mother McAuley today to discuss the importance safe driving for teens!
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our Latinas Lead Club and Alumnae Office have partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating our trailblazing Hispanic alumnae! Our last Q&A of the month is with Jessica Almanza-Pineda '05.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our Latinas Lead Club and Alumnae Office have partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating our trailblazing Hispanic alumnae! Our third Q&A is with Julissa Gomez '20.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our Latinas Lead Club and Alumnae Office have partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating our trailblazing Hispanic alumnae! Our second Q&A is with Elizabeth Guerrero Fonseca '09.
We welcomed five alumnae back to Mother McAuley to speak on a panel about their specialized career in the medical field!
Mercy Week was a blast! We celebrated our traditions and history over the course of the week, including our Mercy Day celebration!
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our Latinas Lead Club and Alumnae Office have partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating our trailblazing Hispanic alumnae! Our first Q&A is with Catalina Delgado '19, an Illini graduate of 2023 currently working in advertising at the renowned agency, Leo Burnett.
Mercy Day of Giving brings the entire Mother McAuley community together to support our school for 24 hours. Save the date and join us on September 24, 2024!
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us at the Fore the Macs: Playing It Forward Golf Outing. We had an incredible time teeing up our Macs for success with all of you! Congratulations to the 2024 Caring Heart Award recipients - The Leadership & Staff at Blair Early Childhood Center!
Mac-Tail Hours are back, and we hope to see you there! McAuley Alumnae (21+) are invited to join us on Wednesday, June 5th for drinks and networking at Tiny Tapp on the riverwalk
Enjoy your first drink complimentary of Mother McAuley! RSVP today!
Maya Krueger '20 recently held a one woman exhibition of her artwork at the home of Kwang-Wu Kim, the President of Columbia College Chicago.
Congratulations to Kathleen Sullivan '16 who was selected to serve on the Queen's Court for the 2024 St. Patrick's Day Parade! Kathleen marched in the Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 16th!
We had a wonderful morning hosting our annual Donor Appreciation Breakfast at Mother McAuley yesterday. Our scholarship recipients had the opportunity to meet their generous donors and thank them for all they do to support our Mighty Mac community!
In honor of Black History Month, our Black Student Union and Alumnae Office partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating distinguished Black alumnae. Next up is Avan Alleyne '16!
In honor of Black History Month, our Black Student Union and Alumnae Office partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating distinguished Black alumnae. Next up is Angel Idowu '12!
In honor of Black History Month, our Black Student Union and Alumnae Office partnered to create a Q&A series celebrating distinguished Black alumnae. Next up is Phalon Davis-Barnes '16!
We are so excited to congratulate our very own Coach Jen Rees DeJarld '87, who was named National Volleyball Coach of the Year by the National High School Coaches Association!
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Inscape
Inscape, our alumnae and donor magazine, is published two times a year in winter and summer, respectively. Inscape features news of school and student accomplishments, campus enhancements, alumnae updates and events and much more.
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