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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 …
Parking closures slated for Homecoming Oyster Bake and Fiesta Oyster Bake
With Homecoming Oyster Bake and Fiesta Oyster Bake around the corner, St. Mary’s University would like to remind students, faculty and staff about changes in parking for both events. Homecoming Oyster Bake Parking Lot Closures Thursday, April 3, at 11 p.m. to …
St. Mary’s celebrates scholarship during Research Showcase
On Wednesday, April 9, and Thursday, April 10, St. Mary’s University will host Research Showcase 2025, a fun and engaging event to celebrate the scholarly and creative achievements happening throughout campus. On April 9, the event kicks …
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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.
As the Marianist sisters celebrate 75 years, Sister Grace Walle and others champion service and tradition
by Michelle Mondo and Jennifer R. Lloyd (M.B.A. ’16) For then-teenage Grace Walle, what started as a fun, and ultimately failing, attempt to play pipe organ with her best friend Laura Leming at the Marianist Family Retreat …
Non-traditional J.D. student to receive law degree at December commencement
Although her dream of attending law school was delayed, Lyda Creus Molanphy is earning her J.D. to better serve her clients after working for Gov. Ann Richards and with the Great Springs Project.
St. Mary’s alumni lead State Bar of Texas
Leadership and service are woven into the fabric of St. Mary’s University, so it’s no surprise two alumni have helmed the State Bar of Texas.
Rattler Den Food and Hygiene Pantry open to students
Launched in Fall 2023, the Rattler Den is a full pantry located in the Center for Life Directions, and free to all St. Mary’s students.
New St. Mary’s Law professor finds her passion in teaching
After stints working in Big Law and having her own practice, Melissa Shultz, J.D., St. Mary’s University Assistant Dean for Legal Writing and Professor of Law, found her true calling in the classroom.
Recent J.D. graduate accepts prestigious federal clerkship
Berenis Ibarra López (J.D. ’24) accepted a 2026-2027 clerkship with the Hon. Irma Carrillo Ramirez, J.D., of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. López is currently a law clerk for the Hon.
Legal vocations: St. Mary’s Law elevates career paths to new heights
The St. Mary’s University School of Law offers J.D. and LL.M. students highly individualized support so they can find fulfilling vocations.
Legal vocations: Alumnus thrives in international trade compliance
Robert Dunlap (B.A. ’06, M.A. ’11, J.D. ’11) is a St. Mary’s Law and International Relations alumnus who is thriving in an international trade compliance career.
Legal vocations: Alumna finds perfect fit in Big Law in Fort Worth
Gracie Garcia, who received her J.D. in 2017, has earned success as a versatile trial attorney with an array of clients at Jackson Walker.