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The Physics Department at St. Mary’s is dedicated to creating an environment for students to learn and grow both as physicists and individuals.
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Latest News
Assistant Professor Digesh Raut Chaired Conference in Nepal
James Ripple '24 Publishes a Research Article
Alex Stornelli '25 Presents Research at the American Physical Society Meeting
