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

Twin Cities Campus prepares for March trial of Derek Chauvin

The City of Minneapolis and the State of Minnesota are actively preparing for the potential of civil unrest related to the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the killing of George Floyd last May. Jury selection...

Expanded definitions of online teaching and learning

To clarify and address questions about our varying teaching and learning methods, Academic Affairs is pleased to offer expanded definitions of online teaching and learning. These definitions are based on approvals from the Educational Standards...

Saint Mary’s University supports student employability with digital credentials

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota students will now be able to visually showcase their academic achievements and skill acquisitions through digital credentials made possible through partnerships with Wiley Education Services...

Saint Mary’s unveils Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2021

This spring’s Sports Hall of Fame induction has a lot of firsts. It’s the first virtual induction in hall of fame history. The university’s first alumni-athlete from men’s track and field is being inducted. It’s another first that a husband and...

Robertson to present at EPA event

On Thursday, March 4, GeoSpatial Services (GSS) Director Andy Robertson will be presenting at a nationwide Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) virtual event showcasing a diverse array of wetlands and wetlands research endeavors across the...

Faculty exhibition in Winona

University faculty and staff are cordially invited to view the latest exhibition “Looking Back: A Retrospective Exhibition” in the Lillian Davis Hogan gallery in the Toner Student Center lobby. This collected showcase of selected works by Rob...

Updates on fall 2020 planning

Cardinals, This week we welcomed the first of our students back to campus … students who moved into the Alverna Center for their 14-day quarantine. We are checking in with the students multiple times a day, and they have access to hot meals through...

Answers to your questions

Take a look at a few of the questions (and answers) we’ve received about the upcoming school year regarding quarantine, labs, the library, and more.

Pitel solves complex puzzles in genetic research at Mayo Clinic

Working in genetic research at Mayo Clinic, Beth (Schubert) Pitel '06 solves complex puzzles, which could ultimately improve patient care or even save lives. Pitel became part of a research team using genetic testing to understand why young...

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...

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...

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...

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.