12 May 2025
Election of Pope Leo XIV
St Mary’s University College welcomes the news of the election of Pope Leo XIV.
As an educator and servant leader, his commitment to social justice, dialogue and faith-based leadership reflects the positive values we seek to cultivate at St Mary’s.
We pray that Pope Leo XIV’s papacy will be guided by compassion, courage, solidarity and wisdom.
Professor Peter Finn KSG
Principal
The Bishop of Down and Connor, and Chairperson of the College’s Board of Governors has issued the following statement: 8 May 2025 Bishop Alan McGuckian welcomes Election of Pope Leo XIV | Diocese of Down and Connor
12 May 2025
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Students and faculty from seven universities across the United States took part in the St Mary’s International Summer School, experiencing Belfast during the historic Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. Coinciding with the city’s first hosting of the world’s largest celebration of Irish traditional music and culture, the programme offered participants a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Belfast’s vibrant cultural life.
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