CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (January 9, 2026) – The following student(s) graduated from Mount Mercy in December 2025.

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.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, DEGREE, HONORS (if listed)

• Atkins, IA – Abigail Rinderknecht, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Cum Laude
  Skyler Shaw, Master of Science in Nursing
• Marengo, IA – Stephanie Ballard, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Summa Cum Laude
  Cherisse Ward, Master of Arts
• Newhall, IA – Kiah Coffin, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Cum Laude
• Urbana, IA – Claudio Valdez Vainstein, Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
• Vinton, IA – Casey Stark, Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
• Williamsburg, IA – Ruth Jennings, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude