by Ann Merchlewitz | Jun 15, 2021 | Cardinal Update, Newsletters
In response to COVID-19, the federal government has expanded access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for college students. The federal government has also increased the amount of SNAP benefits those eligible can receive. Right now,...
by Ben Murray, Ann Merchlewitz | May 11, 2021 | Cardinal Update, Newsletters
We appreciate the dedication and hard work all of you have put in throughout this past year as we collectively faced the pandemic, and all of its challenges, together. In thanks for going the extra mile to ensure uninterrupted learning and putting students first — and...
by Ann Merchlewitz | May 4, 2021 | Cardinal Update, Newsletters
We have one final opportunity to communicate with Gov. Tim Walz and key state legislators about the importance of helping college students by increasing funding for the State Grant program. These need-based grants help 43% of the Minnesota students going to college in...
by Ann Merchlewitz | May 3, 2021 | Cardinal Update, Newsletters
Minnesotans can now use the Vaccine Connector to directly schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments at the state’s COVID-19 Community Vaccination Program locations. These sites are strategically located around the state to give Minnesotans another option to get their...
by Ann Merchlewitz | Apr 28, 2021 | Cardinal Update, Newsletters
All of us here at Saint Mary’s University would like to thank you and offer a huge congratulations for making it through this past year. The COVID-19 pandemic changed many aspects of your living and learning experience, yet you remained steadfast and resilient in your...
