President Fuentes with St. Ed's students athletes on campus

From the President

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Hilltop Welcome

Welcome to the 2024–2025 academic year at ¶¥¼¶¹ú²úÊÓƵ! It is a joy to see our vibrant community come together once again. To the Class of 2028 and new members of the hilltop familia, a heartfelt welcome to this special place we call home.

This year is particularly special as we celebrate our 140th anniversary. Our history is rich, and our commitment to our mission and to appreciating and supporting one another remains steadfast.

I look forward to the exciting journey ahead, being with you and sharing in the achievements and milestones we will accomplish together. 

Toppers always Up!

Montserrat ‘Montse’ Fuentes
President

A Welcome Message from President Fuentes for the 2024–2025 Academic Year

Opportunities to Connect

DateEvent
8/21General Faculty Meeting
8/23Move In
Fall Medallion Ceremony and Legacy Walk
Graduate Student Welcome Reception
SEU Block Party
8/24First Gen Anchors Welcome Event
9/5LiveWellSEU Fall Involvement Fair
9/12SGA Leadership Meeting
9/13Natural Sciences School Visit
9/24Faculty Conversations with the President
9/25Student Conversations with the President
9/26Staff Conversations with the President
10/2McCarthy Lecture
10/11Arts and Humanities School Visit
10/24SEU Board of Trustees Meeting
10/30State of the University
11/1Behavioral and Social Sciences School Visit
11/1–11/2Homecoming
11/2Nursing White Coat Ceremony
11/15The Bill Munday School of Business School Visit
12/4Staff and Faculty Christmas Party
12/6Faculty Collegium
Throughout the YearMary Moody Theatre shows and Athletics events
For questions regarding these events, please email presidentsoffice@stedwards.edu

Stay Updated Throughout the Year

President Fuentes with a group of students in front of the Red Doors celebrating the #6 US News & World Report ranking

Key Resources

Our Strategic Plan 2027 is well underway due to strong collaboration across our university community and with key partners in Austin and beyond. Our dedication to fostering a thriving academic environment and self-fulfillment for all students, faculty and staff resulted in another prosperous year at ¶¥¼¶¹ú²úÊÓƵ.