Fall 2025
St. Mary’s Law study shows benefits of Catholic legal education
New study reveals how Catholic-affiliated law education impacts the lives of graduates beyond their time on campus.
Master’s degree alumnus delves deeper into business law
Jason Stover (M.Jur. '23) decided to earn his degree at St. Mary's Law so he would be more informed about the laws that govern his areas of expertise.
J.D. alumnus embraces assisting physicians and military members
Veteran represents service members before an Administrative Separation Board or professional licensees before state boards.
After life-altering crash, J.D. student commits to inspiring others
Lauren Cortez, a third-year J.D. student, didn't allow a car wreck to derail her dreams of earning her law degree.
Canadian musician’s unconventional path leads her to St. Mary’s Law
A Canadian attorney and award-winning musician enjoys a legal career in Texas after earning Master of Laws at St. Mary's School of Law.
Criminal and territorial law scholar to release new book and teach course
Assistant Professor of Law Sígrid Vendrell-Polanco, J.D., grew up in Puerto Rico and enjoys teaching future lawyers about the U.S. territories.
$1.2 million gift from Methodist Healthcare Ministries supports St. Mary’s Law clinics
Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. is fighting housing insecurity by powering the St. Mary's Law Real Estate Clinic and Consumer Protection Clinic.
Passion for service leads St. Mary’s law alumnus to priesthood
While earning his J.D. at St. Mary's Law, William Hayes, S.J. (J.D. '22), found himself on the path to priesthood.
Engineering and Softball alumna turned medical student credits St. Mary’s for graduate school preparation
Ability meets spirit by Megan Krippel (B.B.A. ’21) Softball player. Biomedical engineer. Medical student. Dermatology residency candidate. For Alexandra McLennan (B.S. ’21), her list of titles is ongoing, but one that remains close to her heart is ...
Fall into a good book — St. Mary’s style
Whether you’re looking to dive into stories rooted in South Texas, explore space through military theory or revisit childhood adventures in Spanish, there’s a Rattler-penned book for every reader.
Psychology major finds lifelong mentor and a career at St. Mary’s
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a life-changing mentor. Even fewer have the chance to work next door to their close friend. Gaby Aquino, Ph.D. (B.A. ’19), has both. And it all began in a Psychology classroom at St. Mary’s.
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St. Mary’s launches Rattler Records, an on-campus recording studio
The St. Mary’s University Department of Music and Theatre Arts is creating Rattler Records, an on-campus recording studio.
St. Mary’s History alumnus crafts legacy at the Alamo
Since his first trip to the Alamo lit up his eyes about the historic Texas site, Ernesto Rodriguez III (B.A. ’96, M.A. ’04) finds joy in interpreting history in real-world settings. He and other History alumni share their work with the community and enlighten others by contextualizing the region and its journey.
Novel English class explores AI and the digital humanities
Graduate students explore how to use and the ethics of using the emerging tech In science fiction, artificial intelligence is often viewed as a threat to humanity. Look no further than examples of Isaac Asimov’s book I, ...