
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
SGPP virtual commencement to take place July 17
Saint Mary’s University is proud to honor this spring’s 609 graduates from our Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs with a virtual commencement ceremony Friday, July 17, at 7 p.m.
University receives substantial gift to further philanthropy efforts
The university is pleased to announce it has received an initial gift of $600,000 from the Anglican Parish of St. Paul to support new initiatives and additional staffing in our Advancement Office. They have also pledged additional funds in the coming years.
Updates to Winona Campus front entrance
The signs at the front entrance of the Winona Campus are being removed in preparation for construction of a more extensive remodel and upgrade to the campus entrance thanks to private philanthropy from an anonymous donor.
GeoSpatial Services continues work during pandemic, employs students and staff
Since faculty and staff started working remotely and students began distance learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the GeoSpatial Services (GSS) program has remained strong and continued work on federal projects. This was partly possible due to the students and staff who have been employed to work in GSS operations during this time.
Kudos to winter/spring Cardinal athletes
Despite a challenging spring, Cardinal student-athletes have not only persevered, they have excelled. For starters, all of our athletic programs achieved a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA this past semester.
Twin Cities community outreach opportunities following recent events
Saint Mary’s has received a number of requests from students, faculty, staff, and their families inquiring about how they can assist the many and diverse communities surrounding the Twin Cities Campus in the aftermath of the recent violence and destruction.
Archive
SGPP meeting covers important topics
Faculty and staff met on the Twin Cities Campus for an all Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs meeting that covered active shooter training and featured a discussion on building relationships in an effort to maintain a safe campus and...
Lasallian campus ministers gather
Several campus ministers from Lasallian colleges and universities around the country gathered last week on the Twin Cities Campus to talk about shared mission and how to continue reaching diverse populations of students. Representatives from Saint...
Brother William Mann says farewell
“Thank you all most sincerely for a wonderful 10 years. Please know that you and this university will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.” - Brother William Mann, FSC, 13th president of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota We thank Brother...
Page Series announces 2018-19 season
WINONA, Minn. — Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota’s Performance Center proudly announces the 2018-19 Page Series. The 32nd annual series features 10 performances of dance, music, and theatre. The season features Mixed Precipitation’s Picnic...
Saint Mary’s hosts open houses for adults interested in returning to school
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota will host open house information sessions in two Twin Cities locations for adults who want to learn more about the university’s many graduate and professional school program options. The...
Expanding in Rochester
Saint Mary’s University became an even more notable community partner in Rochester, Minn., May 24 at a ribbon cutting dedication for a new 10,000-square-foot addition to the university’s Cascade Meadow facility. Starting in July, the addition will...
Staff learn mental health first aid
To help provide a transformational residential experience at the College, 25 members of the Saint Mary’s community — including staff from Athletics, Campus Safety, Student Life, and the Student Success Center — participated in a Mental Health First...
FGI receives generous financial support
Our First Generation Initiative (FGI) ensures academic success for high-need, high-potential first-generation students from our partner Lasallian and Jesuit schools — from middle school through college graduation — and helps the university carry...
MCA offers intergenerational art workshop
WINONA, Minn. — The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA), in collaboration with the Winona Friendship Center, will host the second in a series of three unique eight-week workshops for adults ages 55+. The workshop is free thanks to a generous...