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Upcoming Events

Nov 15

Misericordia University: November Open House

9:00 AM

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Nov 17

Art Gallery Talk: Resilience and Memory

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Pauly Friedman Art Gallery, 2nd floor, Insalaco Hall. Closest accessible parking and entrance from Bevevino Library (west side of building)

Nov 21

Tea & Sherry

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Archie's

Nov 26

Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)

all day

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Nov 27

Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)

all day

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Dec 1

Classes Resume

7:00 AM - 11:30 PM

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Misericordia University Community Supports Red Cross Blood Drive

Misericordia University Community Supports Red Cross Blood Drive

11/11/2025 12:34 PM

Misericordia University and Back Mountain Chamber ‘Demystify AI’ for Local Business Community

Misericordia University and Back Mountain Chamber ‘Demystify AI’ for Local Business Community

11/10/2025 9:38 AM

Misericordia’s David A. Evans Color Run Honors Legacy and Promotes Suicide Awareness

Misericordia’s David A. Evans Color Run Honors Legacy and Promotes Suicide Awareness

11/10/2025 9:33 AM

Misericordia University Hosts Pennsylvania Secretary of Aging for Campus Discussion

Misericordia University Hosts Pennsylvania Secretary of Aging for Campus Discussion

11/10/2025 9:09 AM

Misericordia University Honors Distinguished Donors and Alumni at the 2025 Trustee Associates Gala

Misericordia University Honors Distinguished Donors and Alumni at the 2025 Trustee Associates Gala

11/10/2025 8:58 AM

Families Flock to Misericordia University for “Boom in the Night” Science Celebration

Families Flock to Misericordia University for “Boom in the Night” Science Celebration

10/30/2025 11:14 AM

Admissions FAQ's

What are the admission requirements?

MU typically likes to see students with a history of proven success in the classroom with a minimum high school grade point average of 2.5. Minimum *SAT requirement is typically an 850 (Math + Critical Reading), but other factors can be taken into consideration. A number of programs have requirements for direct entry that are higher than university minimums. We advise checking the admission requirements for your program of interest within its designated section of the website. View our list of majors to find your program. *Note: Misericordia will be Test-Optional for Fall 2021 Admissions

What type of financial aid is available?

When should I apply?

Who can I contact with questions about my application?

Faculty

PA Program Faculty

The faculty at Misericordia University are veterans in their field. As a physician assistant student, you will come to know the faculty personally and they you. Our faculty will not know you as a number like they do in larger schools, but since you will interact with each other on a daily basis, they will not only know your name, but they will know you as a person.

2025 PA Faculty and Staff

Program Director

Erin Burns Kilduff, MSPAS, PA-C

Erin Burns Kilduff, MSPAS, PA-C

Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Studies
Physician Assistant Program Director & Associate Professor

Phone: 570-674-8485
E-mail:

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Medical Director

Nehal Aleemuddin, M.D.

Nehal Aleemuddin, M.D.

Medical Director Phone: 570-674-6716

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Principal Faculty

Nicole Satterfield, MSPAS, PA-C

Nicole Satterfield, MSPAS, PA-C

Director of Didactic Education & Assistant Professor

Phone: 570-674-6722
Email: nsatterfield@misericordia.edu

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Lindsey Vigilante, MSPAS, PA-C

Lindsey Vigilante, MSPAS, PA-C

Director of Clinical Education & Associate Professor

Phone: (570) 674-6733
E-mail:

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Jessica Frawley Woolfolk MSPAS, PA-C

Jessica Frawley Woolfolk MSPAS, PA-C

Clinical Coordinator & Assistant Professor

Phone: 570-674-8298
Email:

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Samantha Burk, MSPAS, PA-C

Samantha Burk, MSPAS, PA-C

Assistant Professor Phone: 570-674-1224 Email: sburk@misericordia.edu

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Amy Flaherty, MSPAS, PA-C

Amy Flaherty, MSPAS, PA-C

Assistant Professor

Phone: 570-674-8484
E-mail: aflaherty@misericordia.edu

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Justine Samanas, PhD, PA-C, Psych-CAQ

Justine Samanas, PhD, PA-C, Psych-CAQ

Associate Professor

Phone: 570-674-6357
E-mail jsamanas@misericordia.edu

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Instructional Faculty

Christopher J. DeFrancesco, Pharm.D.

Christopher J. DeFrancesco, Pharm.D.

Professor of Pharmacology

Email: cdefranc@misericordia.edu

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Angela Asirvatham, B.V.Sc., Ph.D.

Angela Asirvatham, B.V.Sc., Ph.D.

Professor of Biology
Phone: (570) 674-8002
E-mail: aasirvatham@misericordia.edu

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Anthony Serino, Ph.D.

Anthony Serino, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Biology
Phone: 570-674-6259
E-mail: aserino@misericordia.edu

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Staff

Kathryn Michael, B.B.A.

Kathryn Michael, B.B.A.

Department Administrative Assistant

Phone: (570) 674-6716
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Marissa Linder, B.B.S.

Marissa Linder, B.B.S.

Department Administrative Assistant

Phone: (570) 674-8192
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