The BVM congregation has a close, collaborative relationship with these ministries. They are an integral part of our history and core values:
  • Carmel High School, Mundelein, Illinois: A four-year college-prep Catholic high school, a three-time winner of the Blue Ribbon Award for Excellence from the U.S. Department of Education, with more than 1340 students. BVM Mary Fran McLaughlin is president of Carmel High School.


  • Clarke College, Dubuque, Iowa: Founded by the BVMs in 1843, rated among the Best Colleges by U.S. News and World Report, educates more than 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. BVM Catherine Dunn is president of Clarke College.


  • Ann Ida Gannon, BVM Center for Women and Leadership, Loyola University, Chicago: Promotes women’s programs and progress, and houses archives documenting women in leadership and education. BVM Carolyn Farrell is director of the Gannon Center.


  • Roberta Kuhn Center for Senior Citizens, Dubuque Iowa: On-going education on the Mount Carmel campus. More than 300 seniors choose from more than 30 courses each semester. The create works of art, learn a new language, study theology and history, and find a supportive community of lifelong learners. BVM Carolyn Farrell is director. For more information, contact her at cfarrel@bvmcong.org.