In December 2025, St. Mary’s University embarked on its largest and most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history. The Building for Purpose campaign is a bold vision for the future
Building for Purpose and Shaping the Future Together
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Dr. Scott Morrison Installed as St. Mary’s University’s Fifth President
On September 10, the St. Mary’s University community gathered to celebrate the installation of Dr. Scott Morrison as President and Vice Chancellor. Held at Calgary’s historic St. Mary’s Cathedral, it
StMU signs Recovery on Campus Pledge
St. Mary’s University has strengthened its commitment to student wellness and belonging by signing the Recovery on Campus (ROC) pledge. On September 3, 2026 President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Scott Morrison and
Play with Purpose: St. Mary’s Highlights Inclusive Education at International Conference
The St. Mary’s University Faculty of Education and the Woitas Center for Inclusive Education showcased their expertise on the global stage during The 14th Annual European Conference on Education (ECE2026)
Mary’s Stampede BreakFEST Brings Campus and Community Together
Combining the traditions of a classic Stampede Breakfast with family-friendly activities, live music, and a local marketplace, St. Mary’s University hosted its first Mary’s Stampede BreakFEST on July 8. Under blue skies, over 2000 students,
Vincent Behm Appointed as Vice-President, External Relations at St. Mary’s University
CALGARY – A respected educational leader with a distinguished 30-year career in Catholic education, including extensive experience in senior administration Mr. Vincent Behm brings a proven record of strategic leadership,
Veteran Coach Samantha Read Ready to Lead the Next Chapter of Lightning Running
For Read, the decision to join St. Mary’s was about more than athletics.
It was about people.
“I am incredibly honored and excited to join the Lightning family,” said Read. “From my first conversations with the administration, it was clear that St. Mary’s values people, relationships, and student-athlete success. I have tremendous respect for the coaches and student-athletes who have helped build that foundation over the years. I’m excited to continue raising the standard of excellence both on the course and on the track.”
Those values align closely with Read’s own coaching philosophy.
Woitas Centre for Inclusive Education Welcomes New Inclusive Education Specialist
The Woitas Centre for Inclusive Education is excited to welcome Lesley Jeannotte as its Inclusive Education Specialist. Lesley joins the Woitas Centre with nearly 20 years of experience in inclusive and early learning education—focusing on inclusion, neurodiversity, collaboration, and
St. Mary’s University Names Dr. Scott Morrison as Fifth President
CALGARY – St. Mary’s University has appointed Dr. Scott Morrison as President and Vice-Chancellor for a five-year term following a successful international search. Dr. Morrison has served as Interim President
Sold-Out AI Symposium Equips Catholic Leaders with New Learnings & Confidence
Artificial Intelligence has rapidly become a defining force across nearly every sector—education, medicine, hospitality, and beyond. Recognizing the importance of faith-informed dialogue in this fast-evolving field, the Diocese of Calgary