3 April 2025
International Student Mobility

The five St Mary’s Students who are studying at Huelva University in Southern Spain for the semester volunteered to help out as international ambassadors for the Spanish University’s International Week. Aoidín Reel, Katie Crimmins, Eabh McParland-Watson, Kirsty McCann and Aoife Byrne are registered for a number of Spanish courses and are fully integrating into student life in Huelva.
3 April 2025
The GRADAIM awards
December 1, 2025
St Mary’s University College Principal, Professor Peter Finn, congratulated members of the Áisaonad team of staff on receiving three Gold medals in this year’s Glór na nGael GRADAIM Business Awards. The awards are presented to businesses across Ireland in the categories of Service through Irish, Signage, and Branding/Marketing. The Gold medal represents the highest distinction which can be attained.
Alpha in Action
December 1, 2025
St Mary’s College introduced an Alpha Programme, offering students a welcoming space to explore life’s big questions, faith, and purpose. Through open dialogue and reflection, participants discovered new perspectives and deeper understanding, embodying the college’s ethos of Liturgy, Learning, and Life in Dialogue.
Foster care Awareness
November 27, 2025
St Mary’s University College welcomed HSC NI Foster Care staff and a foster carer to raise awareness about fostering and its positive impact on children and young people. The event highlighted opportunities for involvement and announced a follow-up session on trauma and ACEs in January.
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