
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
In the news
In an op-ed for the Winona Daily News, Brian Schmisek, Saint Mary’s provost and dean of faculties, spoke about what steps the university has taken to deliver education in new, innovative ways that meet the needs of students and employers.
Lutheran Social Service seeks donations for refugees
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, an organization in the Phillips West neighborhood where our Twin Cities Campus is located, is seeking donations to help refugees. In the spirit of community, please help if you are able. From Lutheran Social...
Knack partnership expanded to pilot peer-to-peer tutoring at SGPP
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is excited to announce an expanded academic partnership with Knack, a leader in online peer-to-peer tutoring. Knack currently serves the undergraduate students on our Winona Campus, working with the Student...
August training and instructional technology updates
Training opportunities As the fall semester quickly approaches, we invite you to take advantage of the various training opportunities for Canvas and other instructional tools. Hosted on celt.smumn.edu, there are a variety of training sessions and...
Enjoy desserts with your department Friday at 6 p.m.
As a part of Welcome Weekend on the Winona Campus, all faculty are invited to attend a dessert reception with their incoming class of students. Receptions are casual and a great way to meet new students in a less formal manor. All receptions have...
Meet our faculty: Alisa DiSalvo, accounting
Alisa DiSalvo has been working as a course-contracted accounting and finance associate professor at Saint Mary’s University since 2016. But she will transition to full-time status this academic year. DiSalvo has taught courses in Saint Mary’s...
Archive
Mail processing and services moved to Toner Student Center mailroom
In order to better serve all university campuses, effective Wednesday, April 21, all outgoing Winona Campus mail will be processed through the Toner Student Center mailroom. The Central Services Office will no longer provide stamps, postage,...
Faculty spotlight: Ralf Keysser
In this post, we introduce you to Ralf Keysser, DBA, adjunct associate professor. Keysser has been a member of our faculty for five years and has an impressive background in the financial industry. Let’s dive in to learn more about this valued...
Supporting each other at a difficult time
Closing arguments in the Derek Chauvin trial are today. Next, the jury will begin deliberating and a verdict will be rendered. This seminal moment in history calls for collective progress toward justice and equity and a condemnation of injustice,...
How to report incidents of bias
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is committed to providing a living, learning, and working environment that respects the dignity of each person. Incidents of bias are inconsistent with the university’s Lasallian Catholic mission. If you are a...
Cardinal athletics week in review: April 19
It’s Monday, and before we start looking ahead to all the Cardinal action this week, here’s a quick look back at last week, which included action in baseball, fastpitch softball, volleyball, track and field, men’s and women’s tennis, and men’s and...
Update on search for vice president for inclusion and human dignity
As detailed in an article in the Cardinal Update late January, Saint Mary’s University engaged the search firm of Hand & Associates to help us attract a broader candidate pool for our vice president for inclusion and human dignity. The firm has...
Register for summer classes by April 30
Cardinals, If you plan to register for a summer class, you must do so by Friday, April 30! Summer classes are a great opportunity if you need to get caught up on credits or want to get ahead on credits. Register via your portal under the SU21...
Reminder: Now is the time to select your fall 2021 meal plan
You have until 4 p.m. on Friday, May 7, to select your meal plan for fall 2021. Here are the updated costs: 2021-22 Meal Plan Costs Residential Plans/per semester cost Commuter Plans/per semester cost All Access $2,475 Lifestyle 5 $875 Lifestyle 15...
Running low on motivation?
If you're running low on motivation to start preparing for finals and need someone to hold you accountable, come visit a peer learning assistant (PLA) in HC19. A PLA can be your study buddy to keep you on track as you prepare for finals and also...