Carlow University
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| Motto | Ad Superna, non Superba |
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Motto in English
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To the Eternal, not the Perishable |
| Type | Private |
| Established | September 24, 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy |
| Affiliation | Roman Catholic (Sisters of Mercy) |
| President | Dr. Suzanne Mellon |
| Provost | Dr. Deanne D'Emilio |
| Undergraduates | 1,357 |
| Postgraduates | 856 |
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Gold & Purple |
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USCAA NAIA – KIAC |
| Sports | 8 varsity teams |
| Nickname | Celtics |
| Mascot | Shammie |
| Affiliations | Conference for Mercy Higher Education ACCU MSA CIC |
| Website | www |
Coordinates: 40°26′23″N 79°57′51″W / 40.43972°N 79.96417°W Carlow University Carlow is a private, co-educational, Catholic university located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s “Tech, Ed, and Med” district. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Carlow’s graduates, curriculum, and partnerships reflect its strong commitment to social justice; ethical, forward-thinking and responsible leadership; and service to the community that has a meaningful impact. Carlow’s eleven athletic teams are known as the Celtics, a reflection of the university’s Irish heritage and roots. In 2014-2015, the student body is 87% women and 13% men.
The Sisters of Mercy arrived in Pittsburgh, Pa. on December 21, 1843. They traveled from Carlow, Ireland to the Oakland area of Pittsburgh, where they purchased 13 acres (5.3 ha) within the Diocese of Pittsburgh. This land became the location of a new motherhouse and Our Lady of Mercy Academy. Some reports state that the site of the current campus was the location of a Civil War fortification named Fort Zug.
In 1929, the Sisters of Mercy opened Mount Mercy College. The first Commencement ceremony for Mount Mercy College was conducted in 1933. The college’s seal and motto was also established that year. Aquinas Hall was built to house the library and administrative offices in 1936. Five years later, Trinity Hall opened as the science center for the college. In 1945, men were admitted to the school under the G.I. Bill. One of these men was the late Pete Flaherty, who went on to become a two-term Mayor of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Commissioner.
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