Welcome to the official page of St. Mary's University, a Catholic and Marianist liberal arts school in San Antonio, Texas. St.
Mary's University, founded in 1852 by Marianist brothers and priests, is the first institution of higher learning in San Antonio and the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest. Personal attention (12-to-1 student-faculty ratio) and powerful academic programs have made St. Mary's, located on 135 acres northwest of downtown San Antonio, a nationally recognized liberal arts institution. With a d
06/24/2026
Rattler Ready's first session was one for the books! We're so excited to help these incoming Rattlers get situated and start their journeys at their new home. The first day of Fall semester is getting closer and closer! 🐍
06/21/2026
Happy Father's Day to the leaders who guided us, the mentors who shaped us and the dads who stood by us all the way. We hope your day has a hint of the impact you've had on us.
06/19/2026
The University will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
Have a good weekend, Rattlers!
06/18/2026
St. Mary’s University President Winston Erevelles, Ph.D., joined a group of presidents from the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities for a seminar in Rome earlier this month, including a life-changing opportunity to visit with Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. “It was a privilege to attend the 2026 ACCU Rome Seminar. Held in collaboration with the Lay Center, the event brought together 21 presidents of Catholic colleges and universities for five days of pilgrimage, visits and deep discussions with members of the Curia,” Erevelles said. “My wife, Dr. Chris Erevelles, attended the seminar as part of the spouse’s program. The highlight of the trip was a private audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.”
Read more here: https://www.stmarytx.edu/2026/stmu-president-visits-pope-leo/
Campus is changing, Rattlers! St. Mary's University is in the middle of construction to spruce up campus, and we want everyone to stay safe and get where they’re going while the work is underway. Join our student, Skye, for a quick (and slightly chaotic) tour of what's happening around the University. Be patient and check back in for our cool new additions. 🐍
06/17/2026
If you're on campus, take in a moment of early summer stillness and stop to admire the ring replicas before class. Summer sessions are in full swing, and we're wishing all our Rattlers a season of growth, rest and good memories. 🐍☀️
New merch alert! 🐍 The The Barnes & Noble Bookstore at St. Mary's University just stocked some incredible new designs from the amazing Julia Gash so make sure you grab yours while you still can! 💙💛
06/11/2026
Are you ready for the World Cup? ⚽️🏆
is here, and Johnny Clifford, Rattler Men’s Soccer Head Coach, shares a coach’s guide to enjoying the tournament. A team’s control of the ball and the differences between a country’s play techniques are some of the countless elements to look out for during the game. Beyond the competition, leadership and discipline are some of the values we know our Rattlers can greatly learn from and apply in every field.
Read more here:
https://www.stmarytx.edu/2026/rattler-world-cup/
06/10/2026
The Spurs in the finals means big wins for the San Antonio economy!
Associate Professor of Economics Steve Nivin, Ph.D., explains how the team's championship run can bring major economic impact to the city. Go Spurs Go!
Read more here: https://www.stmarytx.edu/2026/nba-finals-economics/
A 12-year drought is OVER! San Antonio, let's go take what's ours! St. Mary's is behind you all the way! 🏀
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