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

Practical hands-on education for the real world

David Dahlstrom B’10

Student Senate Executive Committee shares response letter

Dear Saint Mary’s Community, In light of the recent restructuring of programs by the University, we the 2022-2023 Student Senate Executive Board are writing an open letter to you on behalf of the Saint Mary’s student body. The Executive Board...

The Saint Mary’s rebrand, mid-summer update

As we continue with the slow rollout of our new brand, it’s exciting to see it appear in various channels and places, such as during Reunion Weekend, the current website updates (with new website launching next month), advertising, and new banners...

Important calendar dates for 2022-23 academic year

As the 2022-23 academic year is approaching, the President’s Cabinet would like to provide faculty and staff with a number of events that can be added to calendars. Additional information will be shared as available. August: Aug. 16 - University...

College future state summer implementation planning July update

From: Dr. Matthew Gerlach, interim provost and dean of faculties Several academic project teams have been hard at work this summer planning for the transitions necessary to ensure student learning and success in light of our future academic...

Ed.D. program hosts annual summer residency

Earlier this month, Saint Mary’s University’s Doctor of Education in Leadership program hosted its 13th annual summer residency. The summer residency, held this year from July 6-10, allows online students the opportunity to come to Saint Mary’s...

Bishop Quinn receives Presidential Award for Outstanding Merit

On a night dedicated to recognizing the generosity of benefactors and supporters of Saint Mary’s University, the Most Rev. John Quinn, AFSC, D.D., Bishop of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, was surprised with the Presidential Award for Outstanding...

Student spotlight: Jose Canchaya pursues lasting sustainable development

Committed to implementing lasting, systemic change that directly combats climate change head on, Jose Canchaya decided to pursue his DBA at Saint Mary’s University to further elevate the impact potential that his research and approach on...

Saint Mary’s to host Cardinal hockey Ice Breaker Day Oct. 23

Featuring an opportunity to adopt puppies from Alma Tails of Hope Animal Rescue (last hosted in 2019, which resulted in all the puppies being adopted) WINONA, Minn. — The Saint Mary’s University athletic department will be hosting the second annual...

Nationally known, on-campus business garners 99% placement rate for student workers

Twenty five years ago, Saint Mary’s University’s GeoSpatial Services (GSS) was formed with just a handful of employees and the desire to provide hands-on digital mapping and experiences for students. This on-campus project center has grown to: 80...

Meet Mary Jacobs, new assistant dean and MBA program director

Driven to fostering notable, necessary change in the workforce, Mary Jacobs brings both a profound, invaluable expertise and a fresh sense of energy and drive to her role as assistant dean and MBA program director within the School of Business and...

Last call: Saint Mary’s invites businesses to career fair

WINONA, Minn. — Is your company looking for great interns and employees? You’re invited to the eighth annual Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Career Fair Wednesday, Oct. 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Saint Mary’s gym. Saint Mary’s...

Fine and Performing Arts to stage “Girls Like That”

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Fine and Performing Arts will perform “Girls Like That” by Evan Placey at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 7 through Saturday, Oct. 9 in Page Theatre. All shows in the 2021-2022 academic year are free and open...

No immediate change in mask mandate

Dear students, As you are all aware, our Oct. 8 deadline for filing proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or uploading an exemption form is fast approaching. I am writing to let you know what will transpire after that date. A small number of staff in the...

MCA offers percussive music class for older adults

WINONA, Minn. — Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) will offer a discounted, eight-week percussive music class for adults ages 55 and older. The classes will be held on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. from Oct. 26 to Dec. 14. Through hand drums and...