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
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.
Archive
Lasallian research symposium explores crucial topics
Educators from across the world gathered to discuss research in crucial areas, such as online learning, spirituality, women in leadership, and more, as part of the seventh annual International Symposium on Lasallian Research Sept. 21-23 on the Twin...
Students network with local business leaders
Students of all majors gathered yesterday to attend a Business Mixer event, followed by a presentation on the Saint Mary’s data analytics program. The event was co-hosted by the Business Department and the Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial...
Saint Mary’s invites public to inauguration of 14th president
WINONA, Minn. — Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is inviting the public to attend the inauguration of its 14th president, the Rev. James P. Burns, IVD, Ph.D., on Friday, Oct. 5, on Saint Mary’s Winona Campus. The theme for the inauguration,...
Many activities planned for Family Weekend
Invite your family to visit Winona during Family Weekend, Sept. 28-30. A full slate of activities is planned for families of students and the Saint Mary’s community.
Celebrate peace with events on campus
You’re invited to join these events in celebration of International Lasallian Days for Peace, Sept. 30-Oct. 5.
Beyond the Classroom Walls: Podcasting, Public History, and Pop Culture
You’re invited to “Beyond the Classroom Walls: Podcasting, Public History, and Pop Culture” on Wednesday, Oct. 3.
Public Relations/Business Club visits WinCraft
The Saint Mary’s Public Relations/Business Club recently visited WinCraft, a company in Winona, where they learned about communication, marketing, and sales strategies.
Music performance scheduled for Saint Mary’s Family Weekend
WINONA, Minn. — Jazz, choir, and band are joining together for a public student performance during Saint Mary’s University’s upcoming Family Weekend Sept. 28-30. The joint performance will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, in the Page...
Cardinal Conversation addresses disaffiliation in young Catholics
The seventh Cardinal Conversation event took place at Saint Mary’s Cascade Meadow facility in Rochester last week on Sept. 13. Saint Mary’s faculty members and academic administrators gathered for a presentation by John Vitek, Saint Mary’s Press...

