• Blue and Gold flowers in front of St. Louis Hall

    Gerardo Salgado

    Interim Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, Director of Nursing Admission

    Areas: All Local Catholic and Private Schools, Homeschool, Randolph ISD, Ft. Sam ISD, Lackland ISD 

    Out of state: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, California, Nebraska, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Alaska, Georgia 

More About Gerardo

Hometown: Las Cruces, NM

Alma mater:  St. Mary’s University, (B.A. ’16, M.S. ’21)

Favorite spot on campus: The Quad

Favorite place in San Antonio: Spurs Game at the Frost Bank Center

What is your favorite St. Mary’s tradition?
Friday Quad!

What would you tell someone considering moving to San Antonio? 
If you’re a foodie, love basketball (especially with Wemby!) or are looking for the energy of a big city with lots of opportunities to succeed, San Antonio is a great place to be. It’s also known as Military City USA, and the strong sense of community, rich culture and welcoming atmosphere make it a unique place to call home away from home.

What is your advice to students going through the college search process?
Visit that campus, call their phone, ask them questions, talk to a faculty member. You won’t know till you try!

What is your favorite place to eat off campus?
Chilies

What inspires you? 
My family

Who is someone you admire, and why?
My father as he served 33 years in the military to give my family a better life.

What’s something most people don’t know about you? 
I love anime! One Piece, Bleach, Jujutsu Kaisen, Solo Leveling and Haikyuu (10/10).

What’s the best concert you ever attended?
Tie between Post Malone & Braxton Keith!


  • Questions?

    For any questions you or your family may have, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you.

    Office of Admission
    Chaminade Tower
    Text us: 210-526-0796
    Call us: 210-436-3126
    uadm@stmarytx.edu

    Office of Graduate Admission
    210-436-3126
    graduate@stmarytx.edu
    Chaminade Tower

    Office of Financial Assistance
    St. Louis Hall, Room 301
    210-436-3141
    finaid@stmarytx.edu

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