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Tours

1. Doheny Campus Tour

   Join us on our official walking tour of our Doheny Campus located in downtown Los Angeles

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   1. Student Services Building

      The history of Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles begins in 1655 in Le Puy France during a post-war era. As the city struggled with illness and poverty, a group of six Sisters of St. Joseph of Cardondelet sought to make a change. With the support of Father Jean Pierre Medaille, the six Catholic Sisters dedicated themselves every day to addressing the needs of their community. At the end of the day, their most rewarding experiences came from the stories they shared about helping the women in their community. Eventually the Sisters made their way to Los Angeles in the 1890s where their mission to serve the community continued to evolve. Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles was founded in 1925 at St. Mary’s Academy located in Inglewood, California. Later on in 1928, the Sisters of St. Joseph purchased 36 acres on the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains that is now home to our Chalon campus. In 1962, the Sisters were gifted the Doheny campus, a beautiful oasis located in downtown Los Angeles as a very generous gift from the wealthy Doheny family who were supporters of the Catholic Church and female empowerment.
      
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   2. Hannon Hall

      Hannon Hall is one of the five residence halls on the Doheny campus. Others include McIntyre Hall, Casa Magnifica, House 8 ½, and House 7. The rooms in each residence hall are styled differently but generally all include a twin XL bed and frame, desk with a chair, closet and storage space. The Residence Desk is located on the 1^st floor of Brady, where students can loan out items, ask questions, submit work orders, and purchase toiletries, snacks, and school supplies.
      
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   3. Early Child Development Center

      The Childhood Development Center offers childcare for children one-and-a-half to four years of age to low-income families in the community as well as staff, faculty, and MSMU students. MSMU students have the opportunity to have an on-campus internship by working with the Childhood Development staff.
      
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   4. Doheny Mansion

      The Doheny Mansion is the most iconic buildings on the Doheny campus. The 1st floor of the Mansion is kept in its original condition including original furniture. The 2nd floor has been renovated to include conference rooms and offices. Since it is kept in its original condition, it is closed off to the public and is used mostly for filming and specific campus events like the Etiquette Dinner.
      
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   5. Student Lounge/Fitness Center

      In the Student Lounge, you will find a variety of board games, arcade machines, a television seating area and study tables. Although this space is open 24 hours for residents, many commuter students utilize this space to do homework or take naps in between classes. Right behind the student lounge is the Doheny Fitness Center. The Fitness Center is equipped with any gym equipment students may need, which includes but is not limited to, treadmills, ellipticals, weight racks, and more. Outside there is a pool, basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts where students and our intramural sports teams practice their athletic skills. As part of the Wellness Initiative, MSMU is committed to the wellness of their students by promoting ways for students to move more, eat green, de-stress, and sleep well. This initiative explores the use of our resources on campus such as Food Services, Health Services, Counseling & Psychological Services, Sports and Wellness. They create events, workshops, and provide students opportunities to be healthy which impacts their academic success.
      
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   6. Ahmanson Weingart Hall

      Building 4 (Ahmanson Weingart Hall) is the main building for classes and labs on the Doheny campus. Our average class size is 15 students, which gives students a personal and interactive classroom experience. With our 11:1 student to faculty ratio, it allows students to engage with their peers and professors and really experience our liberal arts curriculum.
      
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   7. Rose Hills Auditorium

      Rose Hills is the largest lecture hall on campus and is often used for classes, information sessions, discussion groups, and events. Outside, the Rose Hills Plaza is a common area space on campus where students can eat lunch, study, and enjoy the sun.
      
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   8. J. Thomas McCarthy Building

      The Library is one of the best places on campus to study. The Library is equipped with computers, printers, books, and resources like the Librarians. There is also a 24 –hour computer lab available to students.
      
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   9. Building 3

      Students can find on-campus resources in Building 3 such as the Media Center, Learning Resource Center, and Health Services. The Learning Resource Center provides individualized academic support and coaching such as disability services, tutoring, test prep, academic and life services.
      
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   10. Bookstore

       The bookstore is where you can purchase any MSMU gear in addition to snacks, books, and school supplies.
       
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   11. Ahmanson Commons

       The Cafeteria offers many food options including a grill, a salad bar, and deli station. Career Services and the Women’s Leadership office is located on the 2nd floor of the Ahmanson Commons. Career and Professional Development provides students with the opportunity to explore different majors and career paths utilizing a variety of resources and services including career counseling, career planning, workshops, and career related events.
       
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   12. Our Lady of Mercy Chapel

       As a Catholic university, Mount Saint Mary's University welcomes students and people of all faiths, or no faith. Campus Ministry welcomes students who want to continue or explore their faith as part of their student experience. They are involved in various service projects, running Mass, and religious observations.
       
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   13. McIntyre Hall

       McIntyre Hall is an apartment style living residence hall. Counseling and Psychological Services is located on the 1st floor, and there are common lounge areas on every floor.
       
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   14. Closing Remarks

       For more information about Undergraduate Admission contact us at: 800.999.9893 or email us at admissions@msmu.edu.
       
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