54 Nursing Graduates Honored at Nursing Pinning Ceremony

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (May 20, 2025) – On May 16, Mount Mercy University pinned over 50 nursing graduates at the Nursing Pinning Ceremony. 

Graduates Grace Lamont ’25 and Anna Horsfall ‘25 were featured as student speakers at the event. The Sister Mary Edward McConohy Nursing Award, which signifies high scholastic ability, professional integrity and the spirit of nursing, was given to Maddy Reid ’25.

Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is the regional Catholic, Mercy University that promises students of diverse backgrounds, ages and faiths a challenging, practical education that inspires them to discover knowledge, build community and live their values. Mount Mercy provides a forward-thinking, future-focused education, offering baccalaureate and graduate education to 1,400+ enrolled students and uniquely blending a quality liberal arts education with career-focused professional preparation.

The following area nursing students received their pins at the Nursing Pinning Ceremony.

Atkins, IA – Emily Miller, Makayla Olson

Urbana, IA – Gretchen Jones, Dylanne Schrock, Gabrielle Witte