Alumni

Tina Garza (B.S. '91)

From At-risk Undergrad to Chief Mentor

Tina Garza (B.S. ’91) came to St. Mary’s University as a third-generation American, but a first-generation college student from a family with an income she delicately described as “of a certain level.” Garza was what higher education professionals considered at-risk for not returning for her sophomore year, and perhaps a long shot for graduating at all.

Bjorn Dybdahl (B.A. '70)

Alumnus Known as Retail Trailblazer

Bjorn Dybdahl is big in San Antonio, but he’s a giant in the world of consumer electronics. Dybdahl (B.A. ’70), the founder of Bjorn’s Audio Video, entered the Consumer Electronic Association Hall of Fame in October.

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Photo of Yuliana Gaytan Portillo, who will earn her J.D. in May 2025. She is dressed in a black jacket and blouse.
Law

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.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor speaks to the law school in a conference room. She is wearing a bright pink blouse and a black jacket.
Law

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor shares career insights with St. Mary’s Law community

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor shares career insights with St. Mary's Law community.

University Ministry leads students on hike for a spiritual journey in Big Bend
Faith and Service

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.

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