May 5, 2025
In the Spotlight: Marwan Gebran
I was raised in a Catholic family and taught by Jesuits throughout my education, so I wanted to give this opportunity to my children. When you come from another country, you want to go somewhere secure, close to yourself, and where you are used to. The Catholic education, culture, and way of living was the main thing that I was attracted to at Saint Mary’s. I have now been here for four years.
May 5, 2025
We Promise You Discovery
Sister Madeleva’s promise to the Saint Mary’s community resonates with students past and present, here and abroad. Catherine Kirkpatrick ’19, a Maynooth program alumna has been living in Ireland for five years since graduating from Saint Mary’s. “None of this would have ever happened without that study abroad experience,” she said. “For me, the program truly fulfilled the promise of Saint Mary’s—the discovery of the universe and your place in it.”
May 5, 2025
All In The Family
Last fall, senior Abby Hanson ’25 was walking to her medical terminology class at Saint Mary’s College when up ahead, she spied a student she knew. She called out to her, “Grandma!” When she heard this familiar pet name, her classmate turned around and waited for Abby to catch up. The two hugged and continued on their way. It was a typical student interaction played out every day on campus.
May 5, 2025
Trust and Triumph
For Miley Smith ’28, STUNT was what cemented her decision to enroll at Saint Mary’s. As a high school cheerleader, Smith was drawn to Saint Mary’s not only for its academic offerings but also for the chance to be part of a team that would allow her to showcase her athletic abilities in a new way.
May 5, 2025
Our Campus Canopy
Sarah Jannings ’25 traces the roots of her senior comprehensive project to the prescient words of Saint Mary’s President Katie Conboy at Convocation 2021: “Branching Out and Staying Rooted.” Jannings’s project, the campus Dedicated Tree Program, is rooted in the rich history of Saint Mary’s College and extends out to tell the stories, share the histories, and preserve the public memory of alumnae, professors, family, and friends whose plaques grace the 642 dedicated trees on campus.
April 22, 2025
The Sustainable Living Summer Institute Prioritizes Individual Impact
From fashion to farming and everything in between, the Saint Mary’s College Sustainable Living Summer Institute shows girls in grades 9 – 12 how much impact aspects of their daily lives have on the environment. This week-long residential program runs from July 20 – 25, giving participants an immersive experience in how to live sustainably.
April 21, 2025
T-Wingers For Life
Pam McCormick ‘74 and her beloved T-Wingers have shared a bond for over 50 years. From their first days in Holy Cross Hall, their friendships have withstood the test of time, and even come with their own commemorative pin! Read Pam’s beautiful tribute to this enduring circle of women—T-Wingers For Life.
April 4, 2025
Saint Mary’s Pre-College Programs Allow Students to Discover Their S...
It’s that time of year when high school students may start to feel the pressure of the question, “What do I want to do in college?” To help alleviate some of that stress for students, Saint Mary’s College has developed four pre-college programs that give rising 9th- through 12th-grade young women the opportunity to explore a possible career path and hone in on their interests.
April 1, 2025
Women Building Bridges
As Women's History Month draws to a close, it's a perfect time to reflect on the powerful ways that Saint Mary’s women act as bridges, connecting past, present, and future generations. In this month's letter, President Conboy reflects on the ways in which women have played and continue to play pivotal roles in preserving and sharing the rich histories of their work, their communities, and their families.