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Learning How to Live

As a new academic year begins, President Conboy brings forth several ideas by Michel de Montaigne, a thought leader from the 16th century. In her monthly letter, Conboy explores the act, in Montaigne's words, 'of learning how to live'.

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From First-Years to Future Leaders

This weekend, Saint Mary’s College welcomes a massive first-year class to campus, one of the largest in decades. Numerous transfer students are also joining them. Planning to welcome this many new students to campus was months in the making, beginning with recruiting this group of talented and diverse women. Admissions, student government, and residence life are just some of the campus partners who worked tenaciously to bring this class to the College. We welcome our first-year and transfer students to the sisterhood of Saint Mary's College.

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August 19, 2025 Summer Research 2025 Thanks to the Office of Academic Research, Grants, & Sponsored Programs, Saint Mary’s students and faculty conducted robust summer research projects across many disciplines. August 19, 2025 Reunion 2025 Transcends Generations The friendships rekindled and the stories shared transcended generations as 650 alumnae and guests from classes ending in zero and five returned to campus for Reunion 2025 this spring. August 19, 2025 Commencement 2025 - Deepening Roots, Expanding Branches, and Cultivat... The chilly winds did not stop the smiles and anticipation of the Class of 2025. At the 178th Commencement, the 359 graduates sat among joyful family and friends, full of celebration, as President Katie Conboy presented their diplomas, proof of their hard work and determination. Former President of Ireland Mary McAleese addressed the Class of 2025, speaking on her presidential theme of “Building Bridges,” August 19, 2025 In the Spotlight: J’Andra Antisdel J’Andra Antisdel is an assistant professor of nursing science, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in mental health and health informatics. A mental health nurse since 2005, she has been teaching since 2019. In early 2025, Antisdel was recognized by the Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS) for her research on cyber victimization. This significant achievement distinguishes Antisdel as a national leader in the field of mental health nursing. In May, she received the Karen Bush Schneider Faculty Scholarship Award from Saint Mary’s for her commitment to psychiatric mental health and the quality of life of individuals with chronic health conditions. August 19, 2025 Nursing Programs Secure Enduring Support Since Saint Mary’s was founded over 180 years ago by the Congregation of the Holy Cross, Nursing Science has become one of the College’s most sought-after educational programs. A quiet walk through Our Lady of Peace Cemetery illuminates the rich history of the program through the American flags dotting the graves of the sisters who served as nurses during the American Civil War. Just a few steps to the east is the Center for Integrated Healthcare Education (CIHE) in Regina Hall, a state-of-the-art healthcare training facility representing the empowered future of healthcare and behavioral sciences at the College. August 15, 2025 A Summer at Saint Mary’s: 2025 Summer Camps Recap Five weeks, 10 summer programs, and 540 campers are a recipe for a beautiful, fun-filled summer at Saint Mary’s. June and July were filled with students eager for a week of learning, growth, and new friends! June kicked off a jam-packed summer, starting with Fischoff Chamber Music and South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra. As the music faded, potential future Belles arrived for Fine Arts and Sports Exploration Day Camps, learning teamwork, immersing themselves in various forms of art and music, and making new friends. August 13, 2025 $1.1M Grant Awarded to Saint Mary’s College Through a joint investment from Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Judy and Fred Wilpon Family Foundation, Saint Mary’s has been awarded a $1.1 million, four-year grant to extend its participation in the Kessler Scholars Collaborative, allowing the College to deepen its work to ensure opportunity and success outcomes for first-generation college students. August 7, 2025 A Father's Influence, A Lifelong Impact Joanne Gatti’s Saint Mary's story didn’t begin with her own college search, but much earlier—woven into the fabric of her childhood by her father, William Marshall Gatti, M.D. “My father graduated from Notre Dame in 1960,” the alumna from the Class of ’93 explains. “Family trips to Notre Dame football games often included unplanned detours to Saint Mary's campus. The car would just find its way down the Avenue.” Guided by love and a transformative Saint Mary's experience, Gatti hopes to inspire self-discovery and curiosity in future students. July 31, 2025 Everything Matters In her monthly letter, President Conboy explores questions about randomness and chance—and what these might have to do with the largest enrollment class at Saint Mary's in close to 30 years.