This is your moment to be True Gold and Blue. The St. Mary's Universtiy campus community is invited to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of St. Mary's in 1852. 

Don't miss out on the events below and learn how you can give back to St. Mary's through the True Gold and Blue Challenge on Saturday, Aug. 25. 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, Aug. 24
True Gold-and-Blue Kickoff
11:10 a.m., Front steps of St. Louis Hall
Help kick off the celebration by attending a blessing by The Rev. Tim Eden, S.M., Rector and Vice President for Mission, and sign the Alma Mater. 

True Gold-and-Blue Fun in the Café
Noon to 1:20 p.m., Diamondback Café
Answer St. Mary's trivia and enjoy a special dessert in the café served by University Advancement staff.

True Gold-and-Blue 3 O'Clock Prayer
3 p.m.,  Marianist Cemetery and Marianist Residence
Meet at Marianist Cemetery to learn about St. Mary's founders followed by a 3 p.m., prayer. An ice cream social will take place following the prayer at the Marianist Residence.

True-Gold-and-Blue Founders Day Night Out
7 to 10 p.m., Alkek Plaza
Enjoy a fun evening with games and live music featuring Dylan Loza. Food trucks and an outdoor bar with beer and wine will have items available for purchase. 

Saturday, Aug. 25
True Gold-and-Blue Founders Day Grand Celebration and Finale Party
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pecan Grove
This is a family and kid friendly event that will feature music, inflatables, a balloon artist, face painting, games and more.

Competition Schedule:
11:15 a.m., Water Balloon Toss
11:45 a.m., Movin’ on Up
12:15 p.m., Rapid Fire Gallery Game
12:45 p.m., Office Tennis
1:15 p.m., Candelier
1:45 p.m., Tug-of-War