Meet Our Alumnae
Saint Mary’s women are amazing! They’re articulate, smart, and driven. They lean in to their passions with care and compassion, and face difficult endeavors with strong critical-thinking skills. The world sees them as well-rounded women who lead with empathy and integrity. We see them as Belles — strong symbols of what Saint Mary’s stands for and incredible examples of how we prepare our students to discover themselves and their place in the world.
Browse this small selection of our incredible alumnae to see what path they took here at Saint Mary’s as well as how they put their minds and hearts to work in the world.
Whatever you do, do it with kindness in your heart.
Coleen Joelle Valencia ’23
Computing & Applied Mathematics
I love the community of SMC. I always have support from faculty, staff, and my friends. SMC truly is a family and I will miss having that love surround me every day on campus.
Paige Sophia Hays ’23
Biology
I will be attending Loyola University in the fall to obtain a Master’s Degree in Medical Sciences and then I will attend medical school shortly after.
Varsha Jay ’23
Biology
I love how welcoming and friendly Saint Mary’s is. I came in as a transfer and I am so happy I made the decision to transfer here. I have made so many friends in and outside my major, and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I am going to miss meals with friends in the dining hall, coffee runs, nursing study dates, football season, and so much more. I love Saint Mary’s with all my heart!
Sophia Campos ’23
Nursing
What's next for me? Graduate School!
Clare Ruddy ’23
Mathematics
“Live for love, and the rest will take care of itself.” -Marina Keegan
Jaden Daher ’23
English Literature and Creative Writing
In the fall, I will be completing my chemical engineering degree at Notre Dame with my fellow Saint Mary’s 2023 chemists.
Megan Irene Collantes ’23
Chemistry
It's important to focus on your own journey and celebrate your own successes, no matter how small they may seem. Remember, life is not a race, take the time to enjoy the journey.
Dianna Isabel Dorantes ’23
Psychology
It’s easy to fall in love with college, but better to fall in love with the woman you’re becoming. So have the courage to truly get lost in what you want to do. Because no matter what, the avenue will always lead you home.
Madison Hansen ’23
Marketing
I will be a summer missionary in Dayton, OH for Christ in the City!
Erin Bennett ’23
Business Administration
This summer I will be moving to Chicago where I will be kicking off my career in Sales as a Recruiter at Insight Global!
Robbi Ross ’23
Psychology
My future plans are to continue my education by concentrating in school psychology in Seattle.
Dixie Lucas ’23
Psychology