The 147th undergraduate commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 22, featuring alumna Maria Elena Durazo '75 as the speaker. Make sure to stop by the Alumni Association Hospitality Tent on the Chapel Plaza.
The graduate programs ceremony will take place on Sunday, May 23, with Jack O'Connell, California Superintendent of Public Instruction, as the speaker.
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Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Women
Next fall marks the 40th anniversary of women being admitted to Saint Mary's. The SMC Women in Philanthropy Committee will recognize 40 influential female graduates at a special event in November. Nominate women you know who serve as role models through their leadership, achievement, and service.
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Bishop Salvatore Cordileone Speaks at Saint Mary's
Bishop Salvatore Cordileone of the Diocese of Oakland gave a talk to about 200 faculty, students, staff and visitors in the Saint Mary's College Chapel on Pope Benedict XVI's encyclical, "Caritas in Veritate," in the Saint Mary's College Chapel on April 14.
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New Dean for School of Economics and Business Administration
Zhan Li has been appointed Dean of the School of Economics and Business Administration at Saint Mary's College. His appointment will begin on July 1, 2010.
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Professor of the Year Recognized
Sandra Grayson, who was earlier named the 2009-2010 Professor of the Year after being nominated by every member of the English department, was recognized in a ceremony on April 21. Grayson has compiled a notable list of achievements during her 25-year tenure at the College.
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New Assistant Director of Alumni and Volunteer Engagement
The Saint Mary's College Office of Alumni and Volunteer Engagement welcomes Laurel DeMaria as the new assistant director. DeMaria, who most recently was an event manager at San Jose State University, has also worked in the alumni office at De La Salle High School.

SMC on Princeton Review's Greenest Colleges List
Saint Mary's College is among 26 colleges and universities in California listed in the "The Princeton Review's Guide to 286 Green Colleges." The guide, the first of its kind by the Review, is published in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and highlights institutions of higher education that have demonstrated an above-average commitment to sustainability initiatives.
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Make a Gift, Make a Difference
Thank you to our generous community of alumni, family and friends who have already made a gift this year. Every gift is important and helps us give the truly unique Saint Mary's experience to our current Gaels.
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Define Gravity
The Performing Arts Department presents Define Gravity, a Saint Mary's College Dance Company Spring Concert. Performances are May 6, 7 and 8 at 8 p.m. in LeFevre Theatre. Tickets are $10 for general admission; $8 for seniors; $5 for SMC faculty, staff and students. Please call (925) 631-4670 for tickets and more information.
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Green to Gold
Join us on May 12 for an exciting panel discussion on about how you can capture opportunities in the dynamic clean technology and green business world. Start your own business or retool your career. This forum will showcase inspiring examples from a panel of professionals working in the field of environmentally sustainable businesses.
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Panel on Islamic Finance
You are invited to a panel discussion on the principles, practice and performance of Islamic finance around the world. Join us on Saturday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Soda Activity Center on campus. Admission is free, but RSVP is required.
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Inspiring Wonder in Newport Beach
Join fellow Orange County alumni, parents and friends on May 19 for an evening of camaraderie, learning and discussion about "Digitizing the American Mind: Reflections on technology, education and democracy in the 21st century." Saint Mary's professor Ed Tywoniak will lead a presentation and discussion.
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Leadership and Values Workshop
Sign up today for this exciting new workshop with Mary McCall and Doug Paxton on Saturday, June 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please contact the Leadership Center at (925) 631-8692.
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Andy Warhol Exhibit Makes an Impression
The Contra Costa Times profiles "Andy Warhol's Quick Pix and Pop Icons," the latest exhibition at Saint Mary's Hearst Art Gallery. The exhibition features curated pieces from the College's Warhol collection of 152 Polaroid photographs and 8x10 black and white gelatin silver prints and some of the artist's well-known paintings. Exhibit runs through June 20.
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