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Saint Mary’s students receive research grants
Four members of the Gamma Epsilon Chapter Beta Beta Beta National Honor Society were recently awarded Research Foundation research grants. Awardees were Lucas Campbell, Bailey O’Hare, Angela Soto, and Erika Thiel. Great work!

Author and Political Commentator Cokie Roberts to give keynote address at Saint Mary’s 2019 Hendrickson Forum
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota announced that its 2019 Hendrickson Forum will feature Cokie Roberts, a New York Times bestselling author and renowned journalist and political commentator for ABC News and NPR. The Tuesday, April 16, 2019, event, “Weaving the Social Safety Net at Home and Around the World,” is presented by Saint Mary’s Hendrickson Institute for Ethical Leadership.
Saint Mary’s student wins national writing contest
Saint Mary's student Leanna Haag was a recent winner in the Delta Epsilon Sigma (DES) Writing Competition. DES is a national scholastic honor society for Catholic universities. Haag tied for first place in the poetry category with her piece "Individual, Season of...
Former psychology professor to celebrate 90th birthday
George Johnson, John Johnson's brother, is planning birthday party for John, who turns 90 on April 2. John was a professor in psychology, dean, and was involved in the study abroad program at Saint Mary's from 1966 to 2008. He is living in Omaha now. To find out more...
Saint Mary’s in the news
Making modern-day Catholic saints in the heartland: Three men with ties to Minnesota and on the road to sainthood reflect the burst of saint-making in Rome. [Star Tribune]

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with H3O at the March Jazz Jam
What could be better than celebrating St. Paddy’s Day at Island City Brewing Company? Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day at the monthly Jazz Jam with H3O! The March Jazz Jam will take place on Sunday, March 17, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Dr. Lickona to address fostering character development in schools March 18 at Saint Mary’s University
Author, developmental psychologist, and renowned educator Thomas Lickona, Ph.D., will speak about “How to Create a Classroom of Character: 10 Strategies that Work” Monday, March 18, at Saint Mary’s University.
Saint Mary’s Department of Theatre and Dance to stage romantic musical comedy March 21-24
The Saint Mary’s University Department of Theatre and Dance will perform the romantic musical comedy “She Loves Me” March 21-24.

Helping others build their best story
Even though Jen Elmquist’s career path has moved through various vocations — including sales, acting, and modeling — she has always felt a strong calling to support others in their mental wellness. In the many roles she currently serves (award-winning author, licensed therapist, wife, mother, consultant, 2007 Saint Mary’s University Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage and Family Therapy graduate, and faculty member at Saint Mary’s), Elmquist is ever focused on strengthening relationships and promoting strong mental health.

MCA invites public to spring jazz performances
Community members are invited to attend two upcoming Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) jazz combo performances, free and open to the public Wednesday, March 6, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 24, at 5:30 p.m.
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