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To Meet the Moment in California Healthcare Needs, Saint Mary’s Launches a New Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

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Nursing classes begin fall 2025, with new enrollment opportunities for spring and fall 2026. The innovative curriculum led by experienced faculty bring together rigorous theoretical training and practical experience.

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Summer Construction Heats Up Across Saint Mary’s Campus

From academic innovation and historic preservation to key Athletics upgrades, major facilities projects are shaping a stronger future for…

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With the New Public Health Major, Saint Mary’s is Equipping the Next Generation of Health Care Professionals

Launching in Fall 2025, the Bachelor of Science in Public Health is designed to offer a seamless transition to SMC’s new Nursing Program.…

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Saint Mary’s College Professor Barbara A. McGraw Awarded $1 Million from John Templeton Foundation for Project on Religious Liberty in US Prisons

This ambitious three-year effort draws upon decades of work by McGraw, who will lead an interdisciplinary team. The goal: scholarly insights…

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In Their Own Words: Gracie Martin ’25 on Her Unexpected Route to NVIDIA, the AI Chip Juggernaut

A Communication major, Martin never envisioned herself in tech. However, with support from family and SMC’s Career Center, she landed an…

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Musician Nick Perez ’19 on His Broadway Debut, the Tony Award-Winning ‘Buena Vista Social Club’

He helped bring Buena Vista Social Club to life on the Broadway stage. From behind-the-scenes prep to conducting live performances, he…

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Augustas Marciulionis Signs with Lakers Following NBA Draft

With Saint Mary’s, the back-to-back West Coast Conference Player of the Year appeared in four NCAA tournaments, scored more than 1,000…

USA Rugby Match Features the Gaels

USA Rugby Dominates Belgium with Five Gaels on the Squad

Dominic Besag ’26, Vili Helu ’19, and Tavite Lopeti ’21 open up the scoreboard in the USA Rugby match again Belgium on Saturday, July 5…

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2025 Student Leadership Awards: A Time to Recognize the Changemakers at Saint Mary’s

Meet some students and staff who are shaping and transforming the SMC community. Dozens of Gaels were celebrated for their contributions…

In Their Own Words: Lydia Miller’s Summer in the Studio Taught Her ‘How to Be a Working Artist Today’

A Class of 2025 encore story. Supported by SMC's Liberal Arts Bridge Program, this Art Practice major pursued an internship at a renowned…

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For Third Year in a Row, Phi Theta Kappa Recognizes Saint Mary's as One of the Colleges for Exemplary Transfer Pathways

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Randy Bennett’s Coaching Career Now Heading Into 25th Season—with 11 NCAA Tournaments and Seven NIT Tournaments

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Ryan McGee's College Mascot Power Rankings: Gideon the Gael, Action Hero

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The Ultimate Swan Song: The Thrilling Last Dance of Saint Mary's LEAP Alumna Gillian Murphy '18

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Gillian Murphy ’18 Reflects on Her Final Season at American Ballet Theatre

Pointe Magazine

Naturalized Citizens Are Scared. SMC's Chris Feliciano Arnold writes, "To become Americans, we promised to defend the laws of the United States. What if defending them now puts our status at risk?"

The Atlantic

Saint Mary’s Professor Barbara McGraw Awarded $1M Grant to Study Religious Freedom in Prisons

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MLB Draft 2025: SMC's Aiden Taurek Drafted by Seattle Mariners

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USA Men's Eagles open their 2025 season with a 36–17 victory over Belgium in their first-ever test between the two nations. Three Gaels first to put the US team on the board

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