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

New this week in Campus Ministry

New this week BE A PEN PAL WITH A SENIOR CITIZEN! Do you have 10 minutes to spare? Project pen pal is a collaborative initiative with Character and Virtue Education and Campus Ministry. If interested, contact eve@smumn.edu. JOIN THE KNIGHTS The...

SAC events: Oct. 15-17

All students are invited to the following Student Activities Committee events. Saint Mary's T-shirt exchange Thursday, Oct. 15, from 5-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, from noon to 1 p.m. Plaza All students are encouraged to represent Saint Mary's by...

This week in Campus Ministry

TOTAL TRAIL HIKE Saturday | Oct. 17 | 1 p.m. | Meet in Yon's Field Join Brother John Grover, FSC, and Campus Ministry this Saturday for a hike around all of the Saint Mary's beautiful bluff trails. BISHOP QUINN ON FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL...

Students rewarded with ice cream treats

Students on the Winona Campus were treated to ice cream Friday in celebration of how well they are following COVID-19 protocols. We're proud that our students' actions are allowing us to continue offering in-person classes this semester! Keep it...

Bishop Quinn to talk about elections, faithful citizenship

Bishop John Quinn will be on the Winona Campus on Monday, Oct. 19, to speak about the upcoming election and discuss the U.S. Bishops’ document, “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship.”

COVID-19 saliva testing opens in Winona

The State of Minnesota opened a saliva testing site Oct. 14 at the Winona Mall. This testing site will be the first in southern Minnesota and the second in the state, offering free saliva tests to any Minnesotan who believes they need to be tested.

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...

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.

MCA to host classical piano benefit concert

Winona native Dr. Christopher Mechell will present a classical piano benefit concert for the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) on Saturday, March 9, at 6 p.m. inside the Academy Theatre at the Valéncia Arts Center. The event, free and open to the public, will feature works of Grieg, Liszt, and Brahms. Freewill donations will be used to help establish a piano lab at MCA.

Winona Campus and Rochester Center to close today, Feb. 25

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota will close the Winona Campus and its Rochester Center at Cascade Meadow Monday, Feb. 25, due to road conditions. There will be no classes in Rochester. University employees should not report to work. Evening...