How to Remember 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.
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St. Mary’s University welcomes its first student to the Nursing Program
If the scrubs fit, wear them. Paige Severson is the first student to officially enter St. Mary’s University’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program.
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, ...
St. Mary’s Mechanical Engineering professor fires up classes
If you can’t stand the heat, don’t get out of the kitchen; talk to Morgan Bruns. He may play cool about his career, but his résumé, as members of Gen Z would say, is fire.
Rattlers mascot celebrates a century at St. Mary’s University
The emblematic snake that charms the hearts of students and alumni became part of the official verbiage for St. Mary’s University Athletics 100 years ago. The reptilian references evolved later into the beloved mascot, Rattler Man.
Cybersecurity scholar tackles AI challenges for a safer tomorrow
Laurene Robinson is following her "techie" inclinations at St. Mary’s University, earning a bachelor’s in Computer Science and a master’s in Cybersecurity while playing Rattler Volleyball.
Twin brothers share love and experience of music with future musicians
Damien and Fabien Chavez look forward to spreading their love and knowledge of music to the next generation after graduating from St. Mary’s University this May.
St. Mary’s University Ministry leads students on a spiritual journey in Big Bend
During Spring Break 2025, undergraduate students, led by St. Mary’s University Ministry, embarked on a journey into the Chihuahua Desert in far West Texas.
St. Mary’s alumna draws Latinas in PR together for new anthology
Culture meets communication by Jennifer R. Lloyd (M.B.A. ’16) Public relations strategist and author Melissa Vela-Williamson (B.A. ’02) isn’t afraid of the curve balls a career in PR can throw at professionals — either those new to ...
Communication Studies major leads with passion on the tennis court and in community
Balancing academics as a Communication Studies major and athletics on the Women's Tennis team has been a challenge, but one Stela Sifuentes tackled with determination.
Online MBA student believes in the transformative power of entrepreneurship
Ben Hodge’s growth as an entrepreneur has roots in his family tree that has branched into his second year as a student in the Online MBA for Professionals program at the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business.
Political Science alumnus inspires change through community impact
Lawrence Scott, Ph.D. (B.A. ’01), found his mission at St. Mary's University to transform generations as a professor and nonprofit leader.
As the Marianist sisters celebrate 75 years, Sister Grace Walle and others champion service and tradition
by Michelle Mondo and Jennifer R. Lloyd (M.B.A. ’16) For then-teenage Grace Walle, what started as a fun, and ultimately failing, attempt to play pipe organ with her best friend Laura Leming at the Marianist Family Retreat ...
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St. Mary’s Law May J.D. graduate commits to inspiring future Latina lawyers
Yuliana Gaytan Portillo, who will graduate on Saturday, May 17, with a J.D. from the St. Mary’s University School of Law, is committed to breaking barriers for other Latina law students.
J.D. alumnus from the Rio Grande Valley turns tenacity into criminal defense career
Carlos A. García, who earned his J.D. in 2005, decided to attend the St. Mary's School of Law after a first career as a school administrator.
$5M donation establishes Bennie W. Bock II Center for Business and Transaction Law
A $5 million donation establishes the Bennie W. Bock II Center for Business and Transaction Law at the St. Mary's University School of Law.