St. Mary's University
A CATHOLIC AND MARIANIST LIBERAL ARTS INSTITUTION
Society of Mary (Marianist)

Mission and Identity

The Office for Mission and Identity works collaboratively within the University to ensure the Catholic and Marianist character of St. Mary's.

Marianist Mission

Empowered by the Holy Spirit and inspired by the dynamism of Blessed Chaminade's charism, we - brothers and priests - vowed religious in the Marianist Family, live in community as equals. Through lives of prayer and Gospel service, we dedicate ourselves to the following of Jesus Christ, Son of God become Son of Mary. Wherever we are sent, we invite others to share in Mary's mission of making Christ present in every age and culture by forming persons and communities of apostolic faith that advance justice and reconciliation. Committed to education, we minister with youth and in solidarity with the poor.

St. Mary's Mission

St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence.

What is a Marianist Education?

The Society of Mary accepted the document "Characteristics of Marianist Education" in 1996. The purpose of the document is to articulate the common elements of Marianist educational philosophy and spirit. The five elements that characterize the Marianist approach to education are:

  • Educate for formation in faith
  • Provide an integral quality education
  • Educate in the family spirit
  • Educate for service, justice and peace
  • Educate for adaptation and change



Daily Scripture  

1 Peter 3:10-11
For "Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it."

Who We Are

A close-knit academic and spiritual community boasting a 13-1 student to faculty ratio

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One Camino Santa Maria
San Antonio, Texas 78228

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