23 March 2026
SAANI Women’s Day Conference
St Mary’s was delighted to be the venue for the SAANI Women’s Day Conference. Organised by the Sudanese Advocacy Association Northern Ireland (SAANI), the Horn of Africa People Action (HAPANI) community group and the Sudanese Youth and Women’s Organisation, the event brought together women living and working in Belfast from Sudan and Somalia. The Conference provided a venue for the women to discuss issues affecting the women. The day coincided with the end of Ramadan, EID and Sudanese Mother’s Day.
23 March 2026
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Class of 1981
March 18, 2026
The class of 1981 reunited in the Devenish Arms on Friday 13th March to mark 45 years since embarking on their teacher training in St. Mary's and St. Joseph's College, Belfast. It was a night of laughter, renewing friendships and sharing of memories. It was a special year of integration, with the two colleges coming together for many subjects for the first time. The warmth of the reunion spoke volumes about the close bonds fostered and maintained within the year group.
Student Gaelic Games Bursaries
February 26, 2026
St Mary’s University College hosted the 2026 Ulster GAA Student Bursary Awards in Belfast, celebrating over 60 third‑level students recognised for promoting the ethos and values of Gaelic Games. Officials Brian McAvoy and Michael Geoghegan presented bursaries to awardees from across Ulster, including several standout St Mary’s students honoured for their commitment both on and off the field.
Commissioner for the Ulster-Scots and Ulster British tradition visits St Mary’s
February 16, 2026
Our College Principal Prof. Peter Finn welcomed Lee Reynolds, Commissioner for the Ulster-Scots and Ulster British tradition as well as Alan Bree from his Office. It provided a good discussion on Lee’s role in the context of our College commitment to pluralism.
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