Events & Venues

Spark 2026

Sep 10

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54th Annual Madrigal Dinners

Dec 4

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Christmas at Loretto

Dec 20

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Senior Preview Day

Nov 16 - Feb 15

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Upcoming Events

Sep 10 - Nov 12 Spark 2026 The SPARK Business Accelerator program is excited to offer in Fall of 2026 an accelerated ten-week program. All classes will be in person on the campus of Saint Mary’s College.
Nov 10 Certificate in Geriatric Neuropsychiatry Virtual Information Session Nursing faculty will provide a short presentation followed by a Q&A session. The Office of Graduate Admission will also be there to answer your admission and financial aid questions.
Nov 13 Trustey Trail Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Join us as we celebrate the dedication of the new Trustey Trail, a beautiful addition to the Saint Mary's College campus that will bring our community together through recreation, wellness, and spiritual reflection.
Nov 16 Senior Preview Day Want to shadow a current student?
Students will be connected with a current Saint Mary's student while they attend a class and get to know our campus. Parents will have the opportunity to learn more about the admission process, financial aid and faculty interaction. Both can expect to learn more about student life, clubs and activities on campus and eat lunch in the dining hall.
Nov 16 Master of Social Work Virtual Information Sessions Faculty of the Master of Social Work Program will provide a short presentation followed by a Q&A session. The Office of Graduate Admission will also be there to answer your admission and financial aid questions.
Nov 23 Transfer Discovery Day Are you ready to finish where you belong?
Join us for Transfer Discovery Day, an informational visit specifically geared toward transfer students. During Transfer Discovery Day, you will be able to attend a transfer-specific presentation, explore campus with a current student, visit our makerspace, the Spark Lab, to create a Saint Mary's souvenir to take home, and receive lunch in our dining hall. 
Dec 1 Master of Science in Nursing Virtual Information Sessions Faculty of the Master of Science in Nursing program will provide a short presentation followed by a Q&A session. The Office of Graduate Admission will also be there to answer your admission and financial aid questions.
Dec 3 Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Virtual Information Sessions Faculty of the Speech-Language Pathology program will provide a short presentation followed by a Q&A session. The Office of Graduate Admission will also be there to answer your admission and financial aid questions.
Dec 4 - 6 54th Annual Madrigal Dinners The Madrigal Dinners are a holiday delight and a Saint Mary's College tradition. In proper madrigal dinner form, each course of your meal is announced with fanfare and song as carolers, dancers, and more perform right in front of you. It's an experience that the whole family will enjoy.
Dec 20 Christmas at Loretto The South Bend Chamber Singers presents the always popular Christmas at Loretto, an annual concert featuring new music for the season.
Jan 30 Graduate Campus Visit Days Join us for Graduate Campus Visit Day!
Feb 15 Senior Preview Day Want to shadow a current student?
Students will be connected with a current Saint Mary's student while they attend a class and get to know our campus. Parents will have the opportunity to learn more about the admission process, financial aid and faculty interaction. Both can expect to learn more about student life, clubs and activities on campus and eat lunch in the dining hall.
Feb 27 Get Inked Teen Writing Conference 2027 Do you know a teen in grades 7–12 who has an interest in writing? Or a student who struggles with academic writing? If so, the Get Inked Teen Writing Conference is an amazing opportunity, and includes two autographed books.
Mar 6 Get Inked Teen Writing Conference 2027 Do you know a teen in grades 7–12 who has an interest in writing? Or a student who struggles with academic writing? If so, the Get Inked Teen Writing Conference is an amazing opportunity, and includes two autographed books.
Apr 11 Spring Day on Campus Are you a sophomore or junior in high school?
Spring Day on Campus is a program specifically designed for you and your parents. During Spring Day, you and your family can explore our campus, get admission advice, talk with your admission counselor, and learn about the benefits of a women's college.
Apr 13 An Evening with Ruth Ben-Ghiat An Evening with Ruth Ben-Ghiat: Historian, NYT Bestselling Author, Expert on Fascism and Authoritarian Leaders
May 23 South Bend Chamber Singers Present Music About Music The South Bend Chamber Singers closes out its 38th season with Music About Music, with special guests, Penn High School's excellent choir, Viva Voce, under the direction of Andrea Nemeth.