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ASSMU Raises Students’ Concerns About Core Classes

By Mina Del Pilar Staff Writer First implemented in 2019, the Core Curriculum replaced the old general education requirement at Saint Martin’s University, and its aim was for students to learn outside of their disciplines for a broader perspective within a Benedictine framework of understanding. However, students have recently raised concerns about the actual workings…

Saint Martin’s Futuristic Outlook: Introducing New Provost

By Jake Beck Guest Writer After a competitive nationwide search, Saint Martin’s University is fortunate to welcome Dr. Javier Clavere as its new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Clavere is coming from the University of the Incarnate Word, a Catholic institution in San Antonio, Texas, where he served as the Dean of…

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Written by: Lylah Tran “It’s not what you are that holds you back, it’s what you think you are not,” American motivational speaker and writer Denis Waitley states. Imposter syndrome is a challenge many university students face, manifesting as persistent self-doubt and the fear of being exposed as unqualified. It often arises in response to…

2025 Grammy’s Recap

Written by: Lylah Tran The annual 2025 Grammy Awards, held on February 5th at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, recognized artists who shaped the past year in music. The event took place against the recent wildfire, with an opening tribute that emphasized resilience.  “The 2025 Grammys were a night of remarkable performances and long-awaited…

Saint Martin’s Homecoming Weekend

Written by: Sahar Yousofi Saint Martin’s University recently hosted its annual Homecoming event, bringing together students, alumni, and community members for a vibrant celebration of school spirit and athletic achievement. This year was especially remarkable, as Saint Martin’s women’s basketball team made it to the GNAC semifinals for the first time in 11 years. The…

Hijabi Identity at SMU: Nada Alattar’s Journey

By: Sahar Yousofi February 27, 2025 At Saint Martin’s University, a place rooted in Benedictine values, diversity is more than just a word—it is a lived experience.  This culture of acceptance is reflected in the experiences of students like Nada Alattar, a Palestinian American hijabi woman in her final year pursuing a bachelor’s degree in…

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