Calendar of Events
GOLF CLASSICAug. 29, 2021 HOMECOMINGOct. 9, 2021ALUMNI ART SHOWNov. 12-Dec. 5, 2021 DAY OF GIVINGFeb. 17, 2022 SPIREFESTApril 23, 2022 ALUMNI REUNIONJune 3-5, [...]
2021
In Memoriam
We are always saddened to hear about the passing of Saint Mary alumni and friends. This year especially, we had several families ask about making memorial contributions to Saint Mary. We are incredibly honored to help remember and celebrate the lives of our beloved Saint Marians. If you would like [...]
Class Notes
’50sMary Cay Weber Smallwood, C’59, Plano, Texas, had two hip replacements in eight months. She is doing very well. ’60sLily Lee Loh, C’63, Palo Alto, Calif., published a new edition of her book, “Listen to God Daily,” which is available on Amazon. All proceeds will support Eudist [...]
Honor Roll of Donors
Mother Xavier Society$100,000+The Estate of Charles BerkelSisters of Charity of LeavenworthPete & Pat Zink* Saint Vincent De Paul Society$50,000 to $99,999The Goppert FoundationJohn* and Marilyn GordonMary Riordan, A’40, C’44*Frederick and Marilyn Tromans Heritage Society$25,000 to [...]
Day of Giving, ‘Always a Spire’ Events Showcase Strength of Saint Mary Community
The University of Saint Mary hosted a pair of one-day fundraising events during the 2020-21 academic year – both of which exceeded expectations. On Oct. 16, alumni, family, and friends rallied to support student-athletes for the Always a Spire fundraiser. The 24-hour event raised more than [...]
Virtual SpireFest Raises $225,000 for Student Scholarships
For the second year in a row, SpireFest transformed into a virtual event. And, as they always do, University of Saint Mary alumni and friends came out in droves – raising more than $225,000 for student scholarships. From April 12-17, alumni and friends gathered online to bid on auction items, [...]
USM Celebrates Graduates with Socially Distanced but Tradition-Packed Ceremonies
The University of Saint Mary class of 2021 would not let the challenges of their final two years at USM define them. When USM transitioned to remote classes in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, students logged in and listened up. When Spires returned to campus in fall 2020, they faced new [...]
Cross Country, Track and Field Teams Sweep KCAC Championships
The University of Saint Mary cross country and track and field teams consistently perform well at the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference Championships. The 2020 and 2021 seasons were no different. The men’s and women’s cross country teams swept the KCAC Championships in November, and both [...]
Bachelor of Social Work Internships to Advance Student Careers, Local Communities
The University of Saint Mary has extended its commitment to addressing some of society’s most pressing needs by launching a Bachelor of Social Work program. The new degree, which launches in August, will develop professionals focused on providing services that advance the well being of others, [...]
Spires Roll out New Traditions, Welcome Bowling Teams and Varsity Band
During the last decade, the University of Saint Mary Athletic Department has seen unprecedented growth. New teams, new facilities, and a growing student population have helped the Spires become a force in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference and the National Association of Intercollegiate [...]
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