Latest News About Saint Mary's College

Here are the latest updates I can share about Saint Mary’s College, based on recent public sources:

• Saint Mary’s College of California (SMC) has been highlighted in 2025 coverage for initiatives like new academic programs (including nursing) and partnerships aimed at expanding teacher residency programs, signaling a focus on growth and community impact. This suggests ongoing expansion of programs and collaborations across the Bay Area.[2]
• On-campus news and official communications in 2025-2026 emphasize the College’s strategic plan and leadership efforts, including communications from President Roger Thompson about strengthening the student experience and recruiting talent to fill vacant positions, within the framework of Transformation 2028—the college’s five-year plan to reinvent its identity as a liberal arts Catholic institution.[1]
• Saint Mary’s College of California also tracked and publicized broad media coverage across topics like athletics, nursing, performances, and community stories, reinforcing the college’s visibility in regional and national outlets during 2025.[2]
• For a broader view of Saint Mary’s College news in 2026, the official All News page for Saint Mary’s College of California lists current articles and updates, including campus events, program launches, and community stories (as of late April 2026).[8]

If you’d like, I can:

• Narrow to a specific campus (e.g., Saint Mary’s College of California in Moraga, or Saint Mary’s University) and pull the most recent items.
• Fetch a short summary of the top three most impactful stories from 2025–2026 with dates.
• Compile a quick timeline of key program launches and leadership statements from 2024–2026.