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A home for stories, events, and connection for 50,000+ Gael alumni. We're proud to be Gaels and will always have a home in Saint Mary's College.

15/10/2026

The world has changed a lot since Br. Thomas Jones, FSC first came to Saint Mary’s as a student in 1965.

But some things remain the same across the decades.

Br. Thomas still sees a place where students are known and supported by their professors, learn from other people’s experiences, and discover that they have something valuable to contribute to their communities.

As he puts it: “Here, students know they matter.”❤️💙

11/10/2026

100 years ago today, the Gaels got their name. ☘️

Two days after Saint Mary’s defeated Cal, 26–7, a sportswriter gave the team a playful nickname that would stick for a century.

Writer Pat Frayne called the team the “Galloping Gaels” in his game recap. He was Impressed by the speed and running prowess of Saint Mary’s players, many of whom were Irish-Americans, like much of the student body. That was October 11, 1926 in the “San Francisco Call and Post.”

At the time, the team was still known as the Saints. But the new nickname caught on.

The Gael, an Irish warrior, soon became the mascot and moniker for all Saint Mary’s athletic teams. Coach Slip Madigan made it official the next season.

A historic game. One memorable nickname. An identity that has lasted a century and counting.

We are never more proud to be the Gaels! ❤️💙

09/10/2026

100 years ago today, Saint Mary’s defeated Cal, 26–7, in a highly anticipated matchup. 🏈

A crowd of 67,000 packed California Memorial Stadium to witness a momentous Saint Mary's victory. It was the football program’s first win over its neighbor in generations and a milestone in what would become an undefeated season.

But the most remarkable part of this game happened two days later…

Look for the rest of this story on Sunday.

07/10/2026

A new chapter for nursing at Saint Mary’s is here!

The Phelan Simulation Lab gives our nursing students a state-of-the-art space where they turn academic learning into practice, preparing for the role and responsibility of being a nurse.

Take a look inside!

06/10/2026

Gaels, everywhere you look. ❤️💙

05/10/2026

There’s always a reason to come home to Saint Mary’s! ⛪️

This fall and winter, bring your family and friends back to campus for "Home for the Holidays"... three family-friendly events celebrating the season and your connection to Saint Mary’s.

🎃 Gael Trick-or-Treat
Wednesday, October 28 | 4–6 PM
Bring the little ones to campus for an afternoon of Halloween fun, with a short stroll and plenty of treats along the way.
Free and open to all.

🦃 Gael Friendsgiving
Friday, November 20 | 5 PM
Our third annual Friendsgiving brings Gaels and their families together in Oliver Hall for a festive evening of good food and good company.
Tickets on sale now: $20 adults | $10 kids

🎅 Brunch with Santa
Sunday, December 6 | 9:30 AM
Start the holiday season with a festive brunch and a special visit from Santa. Following brunch, join us for Mass in the Chapel at 11 AM.
Ticket sales coming soon.

Come back to campus, bring your loved ones, and make some new holiday memories at Saint Mary’s. We’ll see you soon!

04/10/2026

Had a blast welcoming Gaels to our new Alumni Center during Family Weekend!

Shoutout to Larry Ferrigno ‘69 who thumbed through our yearbook library for memories.

Also, we’re proud to launch our Alumni Mug Club! Stop by the Welcome Center for a souvenir cup and coupon for a free drink in the campus pub!

We’re open 9 AM – 4 PM weekdays and select campus event weekends. Stop by, say hi, find a way to connect, and join the mug club!

02/10/2026

A quick moment to shoutout the legendary, elusive albino raccoon on International Raccoon Appreciation Day. 🦝

Of course, we waited until after dark... when this campus legend is easiest to spot.

01/10/2026

A new chapter in nursing education at Saint Mary’s!

This week, we celebrated the new Phelan Simulation Lab, home of Saint Mary’s new nursing program.

This is a space unlike anywhere else on campus.

Made possible by lead donors Elizabeth Phelan ’92 and Jeff Phelan, the lab gives Gaels a place to build skills through hands-on training. Simulation rooms and lifelike mannequins allow students to practice nursing and health sciences in a realistic environment.

We’ll take a deeper look inside the Phelan Simulation Lab soon. For now, we’re celebrating this milestone and thanking Liz and Jeff Phelan, along with all of the donors who helped make this space possible.

Most of all, we celebrate what it means for students. Saint Mary's students will learn, practice, and prepare for their careers in this space for decades to come.

Here’s to the next generation of Gael nurses! 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

29/09/2026

With heavy hearts, we share the news that Professor Emeritus Norman “Norm” Bedford passed away on September 3.

Norm taught at Saint Mary’s for 35 years in the School of Economics and Business Administration, before retiring in 2018. He loved teaching and, especially, the company of his students. Many sought him out beyond the classroom simply to talk. Norm had a warm and generous presence and took a genuine interest in the lives of others.

Even after retirement, Norm remained closely connected to Saint Mary’s and to the students and colleagues who meant so much to him. In a recent Gael Glimpse, he shared that he continued to keep in touch with many of his former students and enjoyed following their careers, stayed connected with colleagues around the world, and remained engaged with news and events at Saint Mary’s.

“Go Gaels!! You will remain in my heart, and spirit, forever.”

We extend our condolences to Norm’s family, friends, colleagues, former students, and all who knew him. May his memory remain a blessing to the Saint Mary’s community.

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