Summary:
- Saint Mary’s College is expanding its residence hall capacity for next fall to accommodate the largest freshman class since 2007, utilizing additional floors in Le Mans Hall, Regina Hall, McCandless Hall, Regina South Hall, and Holy Cross Hall.
- The College finalized the purchase of Lourdes Hall, Bertrand Hall, and Bertrand Annex from the Sisters of the Holy Cross after a five-year rental period, adding 44 primarily single rooms in Lourdes Hall aimed at senior and graduate students, with enhanced amenities including air conditioning and communal spaces.
- In response to rising enrollment pressures, the College has converted lounge areas into dorm rooms and adjusted housing policies, while students express concerns about limited housing options and selection processes amid growing demand.
Original article:
https://www.ndsmcobserver.com/article/2026/02/new-hall-expected-to-open-next-semester
