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An Investment in Their Future

October 19, 2022 // 0 Comments

One of the first times Kevin Fox met his students, he made a comment that’s a standard part of his vocabulary: “The futures are indicating a positive open to the market today.” A bright but confused University of Saint Mary student replied, “What’s the market?” Fox, who’s worked at [...]

Alumni Reunion Weekend

October 19, 2022 // 0 Comments

There were lots of memories shared, lots of hugs, laughs and smiles, and LOTS of dancing after the banquet! After the Friday Reception, alumni enjoyed s’mores and refreshments at Oak Kiln. Saturday started with breakfast in the Saint Joseph Dining Hall. Director of Library Services Ashley Creek [...]

Giving Via Stock & IRA

October 19, 2022 // 0 Comments

Giving to USM Via Stock Stock owned for more than a year with increased value is worthy of donating to the University of Saint Mary. Suppose you invest $2,500 in shares, and 10 years later, it is worth $5,000. You might owe $750 to Uncle Sam if your tax bracket has a 15 percent capital gains tax [...]

USM Centennial Kickoff

October 19, 2022 // 0 Comments

USM students post while standing in for the university’s Centennial Kickoff luncheon University of Saint Mary students, faculty, and staff gathered for the Centennial Kickoff on Sept. 14 around the Front Circle. The event followed Fall Convocation Liturgy, which introduced the Centennial [...]

By Straight and Twisting Ways

October 19, 2022 // 0 Comments

Sister Susan Rieke, C’66, opens with a warning: “This book is a book of love: I blessed and cursed it simultaneously throughout its writing.”Although not a historian by trade, the professor emerita in English was an ideal candidate to tell the story of Saint Mary’s first 100 years. She just [...]

USM Celebrates Graduates with Socially Distanced but Tradition-Packed Ceremonies

June 16, 2021 // 0 Comments

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 [...]

Saint Mary Strong

June 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

A Snapshot of Spire Stories during the COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has strained nearly every aspect of life in recent months. But the Saint Mary spirit remains stronger than ever. Members of the USM community have stepped up in numerous ways during the global health crisis. Here are [...]

Saint Mary Through and Through

June 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

USM Alumni Are Shaping Education at Their Alma Mater On a bitterly cold November morning, Sister Rosie Kolich huddled in quiet reflection with a small group of students. She had intended to meet around the fountain on the University of Saint Mary campus, but snowy weather and a thin sheet of ice [...]

Virtual Spirefest Raises $215,000 for Student Scholarships

June 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

The 17th annual SpireFest gala broke tradition this year. Out of concern for the community, the University of Saint Mary transformed SpireFest into a virtual event. Despite these new challenges, the gala raised more than $215,000 for student scholarships. From April 20-25, alumni and friends [...]

Saint Mary Excellence on Display During Day of Giving

June 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

On Feb. 20, University of Saint Mary alumni, friends, faculty, and staff gathered for a common goal – supporting USM students. During the inaugural Day of Giving, Saint Mary raised more than $20,000 within 24 hours. Whether donors gave to the Annual Scholarship Fund, the Athletic Department, or a [...]