‘Cultural Constellations’ Offered Gaels a Chance to Shine

The third Cultural Night Showcase provided Saint Mary’s students a space to express their unique backgrounds and identities. The event was also a celebration of the Delphine Intercultural Center, which turned 20 this academic year.

WATCH: Amaya Simoni-Walters ’25 on What It Means to Receive the De La Salle Award — and to Leave a Legacy

She’s the winner of both the College’s highest honor and the top School of Science award. A transfer and Biology major, she made her mark in athletics and research. And thanks in part to her efforts, the College has an official land acknowledgment.

In Their Own Words: Callista Yu ’25 on ‘Resilience’ and Rewriting Her Story

As someone who struggled in high school, Callista Yu says, “I didn’t think I’d even be able to get into college.” Now, after transferring to Saint Mary’s in 2023, she’s graduating with the Byron Bryant Award, the highest honor for a Communication major.

Making Family History: Jose Miranda ’25 on Baile Folklórico, Mentorship, and the Importance of Putting Yourself out There

A class of 2025 encore story. The Sports Management major is a first-generation college student who aspires to work with the San Francisco 49ers. Miranda credits the High Potential Program and faculty with giving him the confidence to risk and succeed.

Room to Breathe: Environmental Research Is Just Part of the Journey for Desiree Sturrock '25

A class of 2025 encore story. Desiree Sturrock spent the summer of 2023 studying port pollution in Oakland. For her, the research was just one way SMC allowed her to “combine everything and make a place for myself.”