From the SALT Archives: School’s out but St. Mary’s Lives On
This article was published in Salt Magazine in 1976, the same year St. Mary's in Chicago closed. In it, author Mary Herlihy, BVM traces the history and impact of Chicago's first Catholic high school for women.
Jean Dolores Schmidt receives award for ‘extraordinary character’ in St. Louis
Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM "Sister Jean" was a recent recipient of the Musial Award for Extraordinary Character from Maryville University in St. Louis. As Loyola Basketball…
‘Carefree Little Birds’: The Set of 1948 Celebrates Diamond Jubilee
At Mount Carmel, I am surrounded by physicists, artists, historians, teachers, and advocates for peace. Here I am surrounded by love and “carefree little birds.”
Damien House receives Martyrs Award from Loyola University
Damien House, a mission partner of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, has been selected as this year's recipient of the 2018…
‘The Heart of St. Pauls’: Alumnae Give Back to the Sisters Who Believed in Them
“For you St. Pauls we loudly cheer with loyal hearts today…” are the first words to the St. Paul High School song—words BVM Karen Conover…
BVM and Former Mayor of Dubuque Among 14 Honored with Humanitarian Award
Award Honors Those Who Led the Campaign Saving Thousands of Victims of the Cambodian Genocide BVM Carolyn Farrell was among 14 individuals and organizations from…