Arts and Humanities
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.
The Rattler editor turned TV anchor shares St. Mary’s spirit in Harlingen
It's 2 a.m. While many are fast asleep, St. Mary’s University alumna Tawny Davis (B.A. ’20) is waking up to begin her day as the morning anchor at KVEO TV in Harlingen.
St. Mary’s University Economics professor gives outlook on NBA Finals
St. Mary’s University Associate Professor of Economics Steve Nivin, Ph.D., explains how having the Spurs in NBA Finals games in San Antonio can affect the city's economic outlook.
Graduating St. Mary’s student advocates for disability fairness
Eduardo Velazco tries to live his life by his motto, “Growth is on the other side of comfort.” His next area of growth happens on Saturday, May 16, when he is awarded his Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
Maymester course lineup blends wellness, myth and media
This May, students seeking quick summer credits and intriguing course topics are in luck with a slate of unique course options at St. Mary’s University — from wellness to fairytales.
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.
Netflix shows Political Science professor “What’s in the Box?”
From thinking outside the box while teaching Political Science to guessing What’s in the Box? on the Netflix game show released in December — Leona Pallansch, Ph.D., has done it all.
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.
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, Alamo Colleges partnership increases dual credit educators
Erika Melero (B.A. ’01) is one of 90 students from surrounding school districts in San Antonio to take advantage of a $1.1 million partnership between St. Mary’s and the Alamo Colleges District, through which high school teachers obtain certificates to teach dual credit and graduate degrees.
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, ...
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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.
Student Managed Portfolio course generates wealth of experience
Investing in the future by Jennifer R. Lloyd (M.B.A. ’ 16) Should you trust a college kid to handle your money? If that student is enrolled in the Student Managed Portfolio course at St. Mary’s University, the ...
Graduate student aims to use medical genomics to increase access to precision medicine
A U.S. Navy Reserve veteran will balance motherhood, career and St. Mary’s University’s new Master of Science in Medical Genomics program.