Doctoral Chevrons

Welcome to Doctoral Chevrons

This newsletter features the writing and research of faculty, staff, students, and friends of the Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Doctor of Business Administration program. Doctoral Chevrons is published three times a year in February, June, and October.

Call for Student Submissions

We are accepting student submissions for upcoming editions of Doctoral Chevrons. Submissions discussing business research, theory, or applied business practice are welcome. Each piece should be between 500-1500 words and must follow APA guidelines. For consideration, please submit your work to mcollins@smumn.edu.

Current Edition

Mental health resources available

2020-21 has been a challenging year in many ways. The following resources may be helpful in connecting you with mental health services in the Minneapolis area. City of Minneapolis mental health resources Minnesota Department of Human Services...

Reminder: Blackboard is ending and we’re moving to Canvas

By LMS Taskforce As of June 1, Blackboard is no longer being used and Saint Mary's has officially transferred to the use of Canvas. There are a variety of support systems available to guide you through this change. As a reminder, please funnel all...

Submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination

If you are a Winona Campus undergraduate student who has been vaccinated, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota strongly encourages you to submit proof of vaccination using your confidential student health portal. This allows the Jay Johnson...

A new approach to nursing

Sister Agnes Mary Graves, RSM, DNP

First Generation Initiative student spotlight: Anthony Saucedo ’22

Anthony Saucedo

Loving gift leaves lasting legacy

The late Kendrick “Ken” Melrose left behind a lengthy legacy — and an even longer list of best friends. As the former chairman and chief executive officer of The Toro Company, he took the company from the brink of bankruptcy to historic levels of...

Declaration Day is Monday

Cardinals, You are invited to the 2nd annual Declaration Day! When: Monday, Feb. 22 Where: Science and Learning Center hallways OR virtually What: You can declare your major, a second major or minor, and your Integratus minor. Declaring...

Student exemptions from quarantine and surveillance testing

Have you been vaccinated for COVID-19? Students who have been vaccinated for COVID-19 should upload proof of vaccination to their Student Health Portal. This will allow Wellness Center staff to verify that you are exempt from quarantine if you are...

New CDC recommendations on face masks

On Feb. 10, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidelines about wearing well-fitting face masks or two masks at a time to help curb the COVID-19 pandemic. The updated guidance is based on new CDC research, which...

Wellness resources available

Resiliency is important now more than ever. In addition to the newly implemented Wellness Days, Saint Mary’s has also compiled an extensive list of activities and resources to support faculty, staff, and students. Successfully working from home...

New quarantine guidance for those who have been vaccinated for COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released updated guidance regarding quarantine for those who have been vaccinated for COVID-19. According to the the CDC website: Vaccinated persons with an exposure to someone with...

Anonymous benefactors make largest gift to Saint Mary’s University Cardinal hockey

WINONA, Minn. — Thanks to the generosity of a family that wishes to be anonymous, Saint Mary’s University Cardinal hockey programs will receive some major upgrades next season — including rink improvements and new men’s apparel and equipment. With...

Get to know our faculty: Jennifer Schultz, Ph.D.

The faculty in our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) are dedicated, hardworking, and inspiring. Jennifer Schultz, Ph.D., is no exception. Dr. Schultz is an associate professor and a member of our core faculty in the DBA program, and we are...

Black History Month library guide created

In celebration of Black History Month, Saint Mary’s libraries created a guide highlighting Black joy. The Black History Month guide features events, books, videos, and local Minnesota resources, as well as resources specific to the fields of...

Speaker to address ‘Character, Policing, and Community Trust’

On Tuesday, March 9, Dr. Matt Bostrom, president of the Center for Values-Based Initiatives, will give a presentation for faculty, staff, and students of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota on “Character, Policing, and Community Trust.” The event,...