Gryphon Circle
A commitment to service and fun
History
The Gryphon Circle was originally established at Marymount College in 1968 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. Gryphon Circle was founded as an advisory body to the President of the College. After the merger of Loyola University and Marymount College, the women of Gryphon Circle made themselves available for service to the University Administration, the Provost, and activities on-campus and off-campus.
The name Gryphon Circle comes from a mythological figure that is half lion and half eagle. It is a double symbol, part of heaven and part of earth. Their motto is "In friendship, love and service." The uniform colors are blue and white.
Sr. Raymunde McKay, RSHM, served as the moderator of Gryphon Circle. Dr. Renee Harrangue served as moderator from 1969-1981. Sr. Joan Treacy, RSHM, served as moderator from 1981-1985. Sr. Peg Dolan, RSHM, has served as moderator since 1985.
Gryphon Circle remains an important part of the history and tradition of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary at the University.
2008 Officers
President: Lauren Kearns
Vice-President: Kelly Mackey
Secretary: Aimee Cruz
Treasurer: Marianne Campos
Director of Off/On-Campus Service: Ruby Rivera
Special Projects: Megan Lynch
Historian Kerry Medina
Social Chair: Rachelle Arciaga
Moderator Sr. Peg Dolan, RSHM
Chaplain Fr. Manh Tran, SJ
2008 Off-Campus Service Commitments
This year Gryphon Circle has made a commitment to volunteer at:
Underwings: tutoring/mentoring at Dolores Mission School in Boyle Heights.
Marycrest Manor: Visit with the resident of Marycrest: an all female retirement home.
SAGE/Nickerson Gardens: tutor and play with the children in Watts.
9th Street Elementary School: Work as a tutor and mentor for 5th graders/ sort & organize library.
Good Shepard Shelter: Assist battered women, teach English, tutor and play with their children.
El Espejo: Serve as a one-on-one mentor to a young, at risk students of Lennox Middle School.
Alexandria House: Work with women and children staying at this transitional house as they move from emergency housing to s permanent residence.