OA FALL 2024 MAGAZINE

NEW YEAR FULL OF ENERGY A note from President Brennan J. Randolph

I want to express how honored I am to be the 17th President of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. I am blessed to work with faculty and staff who care about our students and this institution as deeply as they do. I appreciate the incredible support I have been given in the past year. As I have said many times, students want to be here. We strive to make their student experience the best possible. The summer was busy with much activity around campus, which began just after commencement to prepare the campus for students’ arrival for the Fall 2024 term. Many faculty and staff moved to create larger classroom spaces to accommodate our sustained growing campus population. The start of the new academic year has been nothing short of exhilarating. Our incoming class was on the verge of breaking a record, and our total campus enrollment is now the second highest in the history of the College. The campus is buzzing with energy and excitement, and our students have swiftly settled into their routines. I invite each of you to visit the campus in the upcoming weeks to witness the magnificent transformation as fall arrives. There is nothing like driving down The Avenue when the trees begin to show their autumn colors and the aroma of fall is in the air. Come visit us in the Corbe House or just simply walk campus and take in the beautiful atmosphere of The Woods. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for the unwavering support SMWC has enjoyed from so many alumni and friends. Our success is a testament to our esteemed history and deeply rooted traditions blended with our ability to embrace change and foster innovation. Your support is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

Here’s to a great 2024-25 academic year!

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