Update on general education
One of the major academic planning initiatives identified by leadership last May was the revision of the general education program. On Jan. 13, faculty voted to support a general education revision proposal approved by the curriculum committee. Faculty, academic...
Sharing the story of Saint Mary’s
Marketing and Communication staff, partnering with the entire Saint Mary’s community, shares the story of Saint Mary’s in a variety of venues and to a variety of audiences. Please also consider using the stories, photos, and messaging being shared on social media on...
Update on enrollment
Admissions is eager to communicate more regularly and efficiently with the Saint Mary’s community, and staff and faculty can expect additional updates on recruitment and enrollment progress in the coming weeks and months. At this time, below is a brief update that...
Saint Mary’s Spotlight: Tricia Dobrient
The Marketing and Communication Office will be profiling Saint Mary’s University leaders regularly in the Cardinal Update. Our goal is to showcase those overseeing and guiding key areas important to our strategic initiatives. This week, we feature Tricia Dobrient,...
Important calendar dates for Spring 2023
As we enter the busy new year and welcome students back, it is a good time for calendar planning. Please review the events below and add them to your calendars. Additional information will be shared as available. Many of the events will be live with a virtual viewing...
Assistant vice president for human resources named
Saint Mary’s is pleased to announce that Fernando Rosas has been named assistant vice president of human resources and will begin on Jan. 19. Rosas brings more than 20 years of experience to Saint Mary’s including managing human resources in multiple locations,...
Save the Date for Hendrickson Institute Forum, featuring David Brooks
Once a year, during the Hendrickson Forum, Saint Mary’s brings an internationally recognized speaker to its Minneapolis Campus to engage Saint Mary’s faculty, staff, and students, and the wider community in timely and important conversations. From global migration to...
Dixon departing from Saint Mary’s
Mr. Leon Dixon, vice president for inclusion and human dignity, will step down from his position, effective Jan. 13, 2023. Dixon, who joined Saint Mary’s in June 2021, has accepted a new position in the Twin Cities where he will lead a nonprofit that serves 1,700...
Faculty recognized through publications, awards
At Saint Mary’s, we know our staff, faculty, and administration are experts who excel in their fields of study and work. Recently, that expertise and talent has been shared with the public, as a number of faculty members have had their work published in academic...

Saint Mary’s brand update
While the university unveiled its new brand earlier this year, the Marketing and Communication Department continues to look at new opportunities and effective ways to showcase our brand and get it in front of as many of our audiences as possible, with a particular eye...