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The St. Mary's University School of Law courtroom has been named through a family gift in honor of its patriarch, Joe A. Gamez (J.D. '73). Magazine Homepage
Spring 2026
St. Mary’s Law students pursue public health impact through new dual degrees
At a time when public health outcomes are increasingly shaped by law and policy, the St. Mary’s University School of Law is creating new opportunities for students and professionals to examine public health challenges through an interdisciplinary lens.
St. Mary’s School of Law fulfills midlife career dream for J.D. alumna
Laveta Casdorph (J.D. ’99) was well into her career as a federal civil servant in employee relations when she entered law school and pivoted her career.
Tough teacher reveals soft side at St. Mary’s Law
Professor of Law John W. Teeter, J.D., devotes 35 years to challenging and encouraging students at the St. Mary's University School of Law.
St. Mary’s Law Microenterprise and Community Development Clinic offers assistance to entrepreneurs, nonprofits
After years providing legal services to the underserved at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Andrea Beleno Harrington, J.D., couldn’t pass up the opportunity to create the new Microenterprise and Community Development Clinic at the St. Mary’s University School of Law.
From high school sweethearts, St. Mary’s University alumni build life together
When alumni Javier and Suzanne Oliva first saw each other in 1981, they knew it was destined to be. After almost 40 years of marriage, the couple continue to grow and support each other both in their careers and in love.
Center for Professional Ethics looks to expand at St. Mary’s
St. Mary’s University’s Ethics Bowl exemplifies the Center for Professional Ethics, said Associate Professor of Philosophy Andrew Brei.
Political Science studies laid the groundwork for two distinguished alumni authors
When Rafael Castillo (B.A. '75) and Alex Salinas (B.A. '11, M.A. '19) entered St. Mary’s University, neither imagined writing careers. Both celebrated new works of fiction in 2025.
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Rattler Success Fund helps students achieve work goals
Founded in 2024 through various donations, the Rattler Student Success Fund's goal is to alleviate financial burdens for students to help them in their education.
St. Mary’s student strives for world stage through power soccer and perseverance
Jada Cano’s schedule moves at full speed. After finishing her classes for the day at St. Mary’s University, the 20-year-old Political Science major heads to power soccer practice with the team she co-captains.
Dip into summer reads from the St. Mary’s community
The St. Mary’s University community — students, faculty and alumni — continue to offer prospective and insight into the world through a uniquely St. Mary’s lens. These written works include fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction.