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Saint Martin’s University announces celebrity chef Pati Jinich as host of Gala 2024

LACEY, Wash. – Saint Martin’s University has announced that the 2024 Saint Martin’s Gala will feature celebrity chef host Pati Jinich, an acclaimed cookbook author, television personality and culinary educator. The Saint Martin’s Gala is the University’s annual signature fundraising event for student scholarships, which raised more than $2 million in 2023.

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Tutoring for Success
I gained a lot of knowledge through the certification provided by CRLA and the tutoring center. I highly recommend taking the time to complete the training as a tutor and knowledge to take with you after graduation.
Rebecca Nilson '23
Nursing Tutor
Living Our Benedictine Values
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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
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Rebecca Nilson '23
Nursing Tutor
Life as a Legislative Intern
This internship confirmed that my true passion in life is working in government.
Cheyenne Yap '23
Living Our Benedictine Values
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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
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Cheyenne Yap '23
Saints Spotlight: Quinci Flowers '23
I would love to have all students know they have a safe place here within the BSU. I want it to be more like a family.
Quinci Flowers '23
Black Student Union President
Track and Field Student Athlete
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Community Living
To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33
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Quinci Flowers '23
Black Student Union President
Track and Field Student Athlete
Humans of Saint Martin's: Deborah Long '77
I incorporate the responsibilities and values I hold as a mother into the way I work with students because I want them to feel empowered and confident enough to take control of some of the more complicated things in life, like finances, that may seem out of their control.  
Deborah "Debbie" Long '77
Associate Vice President for Student Financial Services
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Hospitality
To offer warmth, acceptance and joy in welcoming others. “Let all...be received as Christ.” — Rule of Benedict 53
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Deborah "Debbie" Long '77
Associate Vice President for Student Financial Services
Celebrate First-Gen: Jaskaran Dhatt '23
I am the first of my family to go to college, which means that I get the honor of blazing a trail for my younger siblings and cousins.
Jaskaran Dhatt '23
A.S.S.M.U President
Living Our Benedictine Values
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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
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Jaskaran Dhatt '23
A.S.S.M.U President
Celebrate First-Gen: Michael Otter-Johnson '19, MBA '22
When you’re a first-generation college student, it feels like your whole family is going to college with you because it is such a new and unique experience for everyone.
Michael Otter-Johnson '19, MBA '22
Annual Giving Manager
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Michael Otter-Johnson '19, MBA '22
Annual Giving Manager
Saints building community
It gives the whole region which is comprised of 30+ institutions an opportunity to learn about the Saint Martin's community and also learn about our small but mighty chapter.
Cheyenne Yap '23
National Residence Hall Honorary President
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Community Living
To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33
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Cheyenne Yap '23
National Residence Hall Honorary President
Celebrate First-Gen: Mirta Maravilla Rosas '20
Being a first-generation student means breaking the intergenerational cycle of education level.
Mirta Maravilla Rosas
Class of 2020
Living Our Benedictine Values
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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
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Mirta Maravilla Rosas
Class of 2020

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