St. Mary's University - historic Catholic university

St. Mary's University is a private Catholic university in San Antonio founded in 1852 by the Society of Mary and is the oldest Catholic university in Texas. The university's main campus sits on the city's South Side and enrolls undergraduate and graduate students across liberal arts, business, law, and sciences. St. Mary's hosts public lectures, cultural programs, and community outreach initiatives that engage San Antonio residents. Its law school and civic programs are notable contributors to local professional and cultural life.