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First Laudato Si’ Implementation Committee funds sustainability projects
The St. Mary’s University Laudato Si’ Implementation Committee on Sustainability continues the late Pope Francis’ call to action on caring for the Earth by funding four campus projects proposed by students, staff and faculty. Approving more than …
St. Mary’s celebrates Spring 2025 graduates with University and Law Commencement ceremonies
Tickets will be required for all guests at both ceremonies on Saturday, May 17 St. Mary’s University will celebrate its 619 new graduates with two Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 17, honoring their achievements. The School of …
St. Mary’s draws policymakers and experts to address public health in Bexar County
Speakers include former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff, Vasan Ramachandran of the UT School of Public Health San Antonio, Christine Erevelles of Baptist Neighborhood Hospitals, former University Health System CEO George B. Hernández Jr. and Professor of …
U.S. News and World Report ranks St. Mary’s Law Trial Advocacy program among nation’s best
St. Mary’s Law also ranks for part-time J.D. program, clinical training The St. Mary’s University School of Law Advocacy Programs ranked in the top 20 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report — tied for …
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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.
Family support propels J.D. student to fulfill childhood dream
Daeja Hall, who will accept her Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s Law at the Spring 2025 Law Commencement, was propelled by her family to fulfill her childhood dream.
Graduate of first-in-the-nation master’s degree focuses on special education law
Patricia Howey is the first to earn a Master of Jurisprudence with a concentration in Special Education Advocacy at St. Mary’s Law.
Director of Student Records continues mother’s work
Every St. Mary’s University School of Law student record since 1987, from grades to certifying J.D. degree requirements, has crossed the desk of Yvonne Olfers (B.A. ’80), Director of Student Records.
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.
$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.
Two J.D. alumni appointed to new Texas Business Court
The newly created Texas Business Court features two alumni from the St. Mary’s University School of Law: the Hon. Marialyn Barnard (J.D. ’92) in San Antonio and the Hon. Patrick Sweeten (J.D. ’96) in Austin.
St. Mary’s LL.M. graduate advocates for immigrants
As an immigration attorney, Roberto Campos (LL.M. ’18) has walked in the shoes of the clients he represents every day. It was not long ago that Campos, along with his parents and five siblings, immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico.
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.