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

Enrollment leadership announcement

To further support and advance our strategic plan goals, with a particular and critical focus on enrollment growth, Saint Mary’s is pleased to announce Michael McMahon, Ed.D., has been named vice president for enrollment management. McMahon will...

Saint Mary’s in the headlines

As the new academic year is underway, students and administrators have appeared in regional media, highlighting our work and mission to a broader audience. Story of Anthony B’59 and Sandra Adducci Family Makerspace shared in the Winona Daily News...

Second cohort of Latin American Sisters visit Saint Mary’s

This past week, the Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota community welcomed its second cohort of religious sisters who are a part of the Latin American Sisters Initiative to the Winona Campus. The sisters’ visit was made possible through the...

Saint Mary’s alumna creates innovative airway used to provide anesthesia

Dr. Roxanne McMurray M’93, a nurse anesthetist by trade, never planned on starting a medical device company. “I never set out to be an entrepreneur,” she said. “I am very content providing anesthesia.” But, as they say, necessity is the mother of...

Saint Mary’s student awarded $100,000 fellowship from Bush Foundation to support work with African immigrant survivors of abuse

Comfort Dondo, doctoral student

‘Jazz at Saint Mary’s’ announces its 2022-2023 season

WINONA, Minn. — As the school year begins, it’s time to mark your calendar for this year’s “Jazz at Saint Mary’s” concert schedule. Fall 2022 The Red Bird Club opened its doors in 2014 in the Valéncia Arts Center at the crossroads of Vila and 10th...

Faculty Spotlight: Jeff Knopf

When we asked our longtime professor, Jeff Knopf, what he loves most about teaching in our MBA program, he said he enjoys how interacting with students of diverse backgrounds, learning styles and interests in GIS has taught him adaptability and...

Kuhns fuel Cardinals for competition

Nick ’07 and Marie (Fay) ’05 Kuhn have built their business around building community. They know that so often friendships are celebrated and strengthened by breaking bread together. This is especially true considering the number of breadsticks...

UPPC announces new, closing, and revised programs for 2022-23 academic year and beyond

The University Program Planning Committee (UPPC), met on Nov. 3, 2021 to consider available university resources and opportunities related to current and proposed programs. At the meeting, the UPPC reviewed recommendations from the school deans,...

Saint Mary’s spotlight on Michael Lovorn

The Marketing and Communication Office will be profiling Saint Mary’s University leaders regularly in the Cardinal Update. Our goal is to showcase those overseeing and guiding key areas important to our strategic initiatives. This week, we feature...

Eubank and Fox receive Brother John Johnston, FSC Award for contributions to Lasallian mission

Two longtime Lasallian professors and scholars from Saint Mary’s University will be honored with the Brother John Johnston, FSC Award for their significant contributions to the Lasallian mission on Saint Mary’s campus and beyond. Roxanne Eubank,...

Saint Mary’s continues conversations around character and virtue education with visit from Dr. Julie Nagashima

As Saint Mary’s continues facilitating conversations around character and virtue education, the School of Education hosted Dr. Julie Nagashima, Ph.D., Nov. 10 to discuss faculty perceptions regarding the teaching of character education. Nagashima...

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, University of San Diego form partnership benefiting students nationwide

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and the University of San Diego are pleased to announce a new partnership that provides flexibility and an added academic pathway for students studying innovation and entrepreneurship at both schools. Beginning...

Alumni receives regional Emmy for work in live sports programming

Covering 120 Twins baseball games throughout an entire season, even if it’s your dream job, can become tedious. For Rick Palermo ’16, who produces pre and post-game TV shows for the Twins, Timberwolves, and the Minnesota Wild for Bally Sports...

Students encouraged to participate in Campus Climate Survey

As the Saint Mary’s University community looks to better understand its student makeup and increase a sense of belonging for all, students on the Winona Campus are encouraged to participate in the upcoming Inclusion and Human Dignity Campus Climate...