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

SAC Executive Board nominations and elections meeting

The Student Activities Committee (SAC) has put out the call for nominations for the 2021-22 executive board. If you, or someone you know, are an incredible leader, please consider submitting a nomination. Nominations are due Sunday, April 4, at...

Update on work-from-home arrangements

Governor Walz’s most recent Emergency Executive Order 21-11 has raised a number of questions related to Saint Mary’s working arrangements implemented over the past year. The governor’s latest executive order adjusts limitations on certain...

All adults are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination in Minnesota

As of March 30, all Minnesotans 16 years of age and older are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Minnesota has directed providers to prioritize vaccine appointments for people most at risk of getting COVID-19, or those who could develop...

Plans for fall semester

Dear Saint Mary’s community, We’ve just passed a significant milestone: the one year mark when this pandemic began and all of our learning suddenly shifted online. The nation has suffered a great loss recording close to 550,000 deaths and eternal...

Important stay safe COVID-19 message

This past year has taken a huge toll on all of you — on your physical and mental health, on your education, and perhaps on your family’s economic or job situation. We cannot thank you enough for how you have pulled together as a community from the...

Winona County vaccination update

Winona County provided the following information in its COVID-19 newsletter on March 19. Winona County will no longer use vaccine interest forms, for the following reasons: 78% of the over 65 population of Winona County have been vaccinated for...

Artists from Playful Postcards: Artist Study join MCA Nov. 7

The artists of Playful Postcards: Artist Study for a Virtual Gallery Walk and Artist Celebration will join the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, via Zoom.

Race, Faith, and Higher Education: Hope for a Path Forward

Join an esteemed panel of speakers on Wednesday, Nov. 11, to discuss the role higher education plays in understanding race, race relations, and the effects of racism in society, especially in light of faith and religious belief, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, via Zoom.

In the news

From KARE 11 to the Winona Daily News, check out Saint Mary’s people and events in the news.

Mark your calendars for treat giveaways

You’re invited to two special giveaways Oct. 30 and Nov. 20.

Take some time to reduce your stress

In the midst of a world-wide pandemic, an election, and a condensed semester, it’s hard to find time for self-care. During times of stress it is essential that we take the time to care for ourselves mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Elevator Pitch Competition nears

Panel discussion on religion, science is Nov. 3

Join faculty on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 7 p.m. in the Common Room to discuss “Science and Religion: Friends or Foes.”

A reminder of travel protocols

All travel is discouraged. Our recent COVID-19 cases are traced back to travel and contact with individuals external to our Saint Mary’s community. If travel is necessary, you must complete the travel notification form for the health and safety of our community.