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

Saint Mary’s in the news

WKBT-TV featured the announcement of Saint Mary’s plans to launch a B.S. in Nursing program on the Winona Campus in fall 2021, including an interview with Todd Reinhart, Sc.D., dean of Sciences and Health Professions. Evan Shockley ’14, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Chicago, was quoted in The New York Times (as well as in a number of science publications).

SGPP course delivery plan for fall taking shape

Plans for fall 2020 course delivery in Saint Mary’s Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs (SGPP) are taking shape. The university has decided to offer a majority of its SGPP courses online with some specific programs being offered on-ground. Courses being offered on-ground include those courses in the DBA program and select courses in a few graduate programs. Program directors are continuing to assess the needs of faculty and students and adjust accordingly.

Fall 2020 planning

Dear Cardinal, I hope you’re having a safe and healthy summer. I’m sure you have many questions as we are heading into fall, and you are beginning to think about returning to campus. I would like to update you on progress being made, so we can...

Fall reopening 2020 committee

Students and administrators have been meeting together for the last three weeks to discuss possible fall reopening plans for the Winona Campus. Tim Gossen, Ed.D., vice president for Student Affairs, is chairing the committee along with various administrators and student leaders.

Student accommodation process

The university is continuing to assess the needs of students and adjusting accordingly. Students who are at high risk are invited to fill out this form by Saturday, Aug. 1. Online components will be offered for students who need special...

Adult learners to graduate virtually July 17

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — A total of 609 adult learners will graduate from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and its Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs on Friday, July 17, at 7 p.m. during a virtual ceremony. The ceremony can be viewed at...

Forbes names Saint Mary’s a top college

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota has again been recognized by Forbes for its quality education and affordable programs, both in person and online.

Page Series announces The Cedar Tree Project

The Page Series at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota will host The Cedar Tree Project, an exploration of identity through the lens of Arab and Arab-American artists, from September 2018 to April 2019. The Cedar Tree Project will include performances and exhibitions as well as workshops and community gatherings with visiting artists Leila Awadallah, Fadi BouKaram, and Leyya Tawil.

Launching the Integrated General Education Program

Our new Integrated General Education Program is launching as new undergraduate students come to Saint Mary’s University this fall. A transitional period will allow the current general education program to run simultaneously to accommodate current...

Alumni travel to Kenya for service trip

Earlier this month, 12 Saint Mary’s University alumni and friends traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, as part of the second international alumni service trip. The alumni, who came from Minnesota, Illinois, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, and Toronto and whose...

Letter to Saint Mary’s Community on critical events in the Catholic Church

Dear Members of the Saint Mary’s University Community and Friends: Recent critical events in the Catholic Church have given me pause to reflect on how essential is the role of the Catholic University in the face of great tragedy. What we have...

Saint Mary’s University introduces Master of Public Health program

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is adding a new Master of Public Health program to its roster of advanced degrees. The recently accredited program is designed to focus on understanding persistent and emerging public health issues. Students will learn to address health disparity in all communities and advocate for systemic solutions.

MCA announces auditions for The Nutcracker

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) will hold auditions Saturday, Sept. 8, for its holiday production of The Nutcracker, to be performed at Saint Mary’s University Nov. 28 through Dec. 2. Auditions will be held at the Valéncia Arts Center, 1164 West 10th St.

MCA to host Aug. 22 Open House

WINONA, Minn. — As summer winds down, the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) invites the public to attend its Fall Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 22, from 4-7 p.m. The open house will be held at MCA’s Valéncia Arts Center, 1164 W. 10th St.,...

Area musicians invited to join the Saint Mary’s University Concert Band

WINONA, Minn. — Experienced area instrumentalists who love band music are invited to join the band. This season’s first rehearsal will take place on Monday, Aug. 27, from 6:45 to 8 p.m. in Saint Yon’s Hall (rehearsal room 158) on the Winona Campus...