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Two more Saint Martin's University students awarded Gilman Scholarship, bringing annual total to record four recipients
LACEY, Wash. — Two Saint Martin's University students have received the prestigious U.S. Department of State Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement and dedication to global learning.
Saints stories
I'm a Saint: Nora Melcher
"At Saint Martin's, I've learned that caring for others is more than just treating symptoms. It's about compassion, dignity and respect."
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Community Living
To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33
Nora Melcher '28
Nursing
Student-athlete
Washington State Representative Melanie Morgan ’95 advocates for every voice
“Engage your community and stand up for those who cannot speak out or cannot vote. That is how we ensure the pathway is clear and free, just as it is promised in our Constitution.”
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Stewardship
To appreciate and to care lovingly for all the goods of this place. "Regard all utensils as if they were the sacred vessels of the altar." — Rule of Benedict 31
Melanie Morgan '95
Washington State Representative
From the front lines to the front row: Washington State Representative Joshua Penner ’09 leads with purpose
“If you’re in the room, you belong in the room."
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Stewardship
To appreciate and to care lovingly for all the goods of this place. "Regard all utensils as if they were the sacred vessels of the altar." — Rule of Benedict 31
Joshua Penner '09
Washington State Representative
Saint Martin’s University announces 14th cohort of Benedictine Scholars
Ten incoming first-year students have been selected to serve as the 14th cohort of Benedictine Scholars.
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Benedictine Scholars Program
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Community Living
To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33
Benedictine Scholars Program
Saint Martin’s University announces 2025 Trustee Scholarship recipients
“We’re thrilled to welcome Sophie, Bailey and Julissa to the Saint Martin’s community and support them as they shape meaningful futures in their fields.”
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Caitlin Gordon
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
Computer Science students visit Microsoft Campus, hosted by alumna Nargiza Yusupova
"The opportunity to visit an active location where a modern tech company operates, and interact with people who understand its inner workings, was invaluable. Overall, it was a cool experience that assisted in professional development!"
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Ben Gress '25
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Dignity of Work
To appreciate the dignity of work in God’s creation. "They live by the labor of their hands.” — Rule of Benedict 48
Ben Gress '25
Could you negotiate a climate deal? ENVS 340 students just did
From negotiation tables to press interviews, our students tackled real-world challenges and worked together to keep global warming below 2°C.
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Living Our Benedictine Values
Stewardship
To appreciate and to care lovingly for all the goods of this place. "Regard all utensils as if they were the sacred vessels of the altar." — Rule of Benedict 31
Climate Simulation Conference
Facilitated by UN advisor Dr. Amanda Bielawski
The Phantom Regret: A Day on the Set of a Student Production
SMU student Alex Greene stars as Amelia Sinclair in ‘The Phantom Regret’ | Photo Courtesy of Cassandra England.
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Cassandra England '25
Communication studies & theater arts