Welcome!

Begin your transition to life at St. Mary's University by attending Zaragoza!

During Zaragoza, you and your family are introduced to the St. Mary's campus community, our programs, other students and their families. Most importantly, Zaragoza welcomes you as one of us. We'll addresses your questions and curiosities about the St. Mary's experience by providing a fun-filled opportunity to acquaint yourself with your new home and to relieve any social, spiritual, or academic worries you may be experiencing.

Why "Zaragoza?"

Zaragoza was a place of new beginning. It's the town in Spain where Blessed William Joseph Chaminade–founder of the Society of Mary–took time to reflect on his life and was the birthplace of the Society we now know as the Marianists. Blessed Chaminade's experience in Zaragoza parallels the reflection and new direction you will experience as you begin your collegiate career at St. Mary's University.

During the Zaragoza program you will have an opportunity to:

• Learn about St. Mary's University
• Meet other new students
• Meet returning students
• Meet with your adviser and register for classes
• Learn about academic expectations and performance policies
• Learn more about the Marianists and our service learning mission
• Learn how to access the University's services and resources
• Learn about campus traditions and ways to get involved around campus

Zaragoza serves various roles in welcoming students to the St. Mary's community and prepares students to be members of our community by:

• Easing the transition for students and parents
• Instilling a sense of pride in being a St. Mary's student
• Providing an opportunity for you to interact with other students, faculty, staff and alumni
• Allowing the opportunity for course selection and registration

Contact Us

Zaragoza
St. Mary's University
One Camino Santa Maria, Box 83
San Antonio, Texas 78228
Phone: 210-436-3473
zaragoza@stmarytx.edu

Student Activities and Transition Programs
University Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 210-436-3436
Fax: 210-436-3422