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Saint Mary’s invests in purification systems for large spaces and residence hall rooms
Saint Mary’s has installed groundbreaking purification systems on its Winona and Twin Cities campuses. These systems, which were being discussed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic as part of Saint Mary’s commitment to healthy living and wellness for students, will significantly contribute to the health and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors by purifying the air and surfaces of harmful materials, including viruses.

MCA offers virtual TAP CAMP with optional outdoor gathering
WINONA, Minn. — Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) is offering TAP CAMP Monday through Thursday, Aug. 10-13, with an optional in-person gathering on Friday, Aug. 14. Each day campers will receive a pre-recorded tap lesson, including a warm-up, technique lesson,...

MCA presents oil pastels class with Winona Friendship Center
WINONA, Minn. — Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) is partnering with the Winona Friendship Center to offer a virtual oil pastels class for adults ages 55 and older Thursdays, Aug. 6-27, from 1 to 2 p.m. Each participant will get a package of supplies for the...
Updates on fall 2020 planning
Saint Mary’s continues to encourage you to keep reviewing smumn.edu/COVIDplanning as we continue to upload pertinent and up-to-date COVID-19 information. Thank you for your continued interest in a successful return to the Winona Campus. We appreciate your patience and...
Athletics and Gostomski Fieldhouse
Per the announcement from the MIAC on July 28, fall athletics have been postponed. The university has also decided club sports will be postponed until after Jan. 1. Gostomski Fieldhouse has been re-organized to accommodate social distancing.
Campus improvements
When you arrive on campus, you’ll notice some changes and additions, including a renovated plaza, new Cardinal Club and Marketplace, and more. The university has also implemented a number of changes and new practices to increase the safety of our environments.
Food service
Food service will definitely look different this fall, but Saint Mary’s has been working with Chartwells to prepare, and we are ready to serve. Take a look at a few of our plans to safely serve meals.
Packing and moving in
As you prepare to return to campus, we encourage you to only bring what you need and check out our list of COVID-19 suggested items to bring. More information about the move-in schedule will be shared this week.
Preparing for learning
Be sure you’re prepared for the hybrid learning experience. Our faculty have been working diligently to prepare for your arrival and deliver a top-notch educational experience, no matter what the circumstances.
Preparing for your return to campus
You’re encouraged to start practicing these daily routines as you get ready to come back to campus. These simple steps will help keep you and others safe.
Calendar of Events
Assumption of Risk
The university hereby advises student and student acknowledges that by [participating in Activity] during the pandemic, the student may likely be exposed to COVID-19 or other risks that may result in illness, personal injury, or death, and the student understands and chooses to voluntarily [participate in Activity] and accept all risk to health that may result therefrom. Student understands and accepts that University cannot control these risks and may not be able to provide the necessary medical care that the student’s situation may require. Student understands that University is not responsible for any medical or other expenses associated with any property damage or personal injury student may sustain and that University does not maintain any insurance policy pertaining to any potential illness student may develop or other damage student may sustain. As such, student is aware that student should review personal insurance coverage. Student Voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any risks of loss, property of damage or personal injury, including death that may be sustained by student as a result of [participating in activity].