September 22, 2026
Liz Hanlon Sands ’04: A Story of Courage and Change
Alumna Liz Hanlon Sands ’04 is a survivor and a thriver. As part of the upcoming Raise Your Voice Sexual Violence Prevention Symposium, Sands will share her story with the College community, showing her trajectory from survivor to advocate. "I feel called to keep sharing my story and to continue to find ways to help and encourage others to do the same.”
September 21, 2026
Young Donors Make a Long-Term Impact
Millennial and older Gen-Z alumnae at Saint Mary’s are carving their own path for charitable gifts which, down the road, will have a big impact. In this interview, alumnae Caroline Johnson '18 and Julia Wilson '21 discuss how being part of the Young Madeleva Society is an opportunity worth sharing.
September 15, 2026
Lauren Groff and Marion Turner to Deliver 2026 Francis A. McAnaney Hu...
Authors Lauren Groff and Marion Turner will be live on stage at Saint Mary's College on September 23 to share their take on storytelling and truth-telling. The public is invited to attend as Groff and Turner come together to deliver the 2026 Francis A. McAnaney Humanities Lecture.
September 8, 2026
Caring, Leading and Learning
Saint Mary’s is a long way from Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, but Lori Towne '28, FNP, didn’t let that stop her from enrolling in the College’s Doctor of Nursing Program. This family nurse practitioner was drawn to the program’s flexibility—she could challenge herself professionally while keeping her impressive professional obligations in place. In this story, Lori reflects on returning to school after years in practice and the importance of continuing to grow as a nurse and leader.
September 2, 2026
A Harmony of Faith, Science, and Sisterhood
For Sarah Sullivan Bigelow ’96, a legacy gift is not about looking backward; it is about looking forward with faith, hope, and joy. By including Saint Mary’s College in their long-term estate planning, Sarah and her husband Nick are helping to preserve a sacred place where young women learn to tackle any challenge, lead with compassion, and discover God’s purpose for their lives.
August 31, 2026
A Master Class in Self-Possession
In her August letter, President Conboy reflects on the passing of a legend, inviting the Saint Mary’s community to draw inspiration from Dolly Parton’s blueprint of unapologetic self-possession. Drawing on insights from alumna Adriana Trigiani ’81, Conboy challenges students to balance deep gratitude for where they came from with the courage to claim their own extraordinary futures.
August 27, 2026
Summer Programs Create a Strong Camps-to-College Pipeline
Hosting summer camps and programs can be an expensive endeavor for colleges and universities, so why do it? Not only are they a revenue generator, summer camps and programs become a valuable pipeline for enrollment. The Healthcare Institute at Saint Mary’s is a good example of why the investment is worthwhile. Learn more about the dollars and cents of summer camps.
August 24, 2026
Saint Mary’s is on the Move
Saint Mary’s College’s incoming class grew for the second straight year: 520 first-year and transfer students, up from 497 last year. Parents and students said they chose the College for its deep commitment to a strong Catholic, liberal arts education, its small class sizes, and its strong sense of community.
August 24, 2026
In The Spotlight: Andrew Pierce
Associate Professor Andrew Pierce is the chair of the Department of Philosophy and the Director of Justice Studies. A community justice advocate, Pierce finds moments of peace in family, travel, and a little hobby known as bonsai.