
‘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 streets in Winona....

University unveils new look and distinct, but familiar, messaging
Kelly Shannon, vice president of marketing and communication, stands behind Saint Mary’s brand. Saint Mary’s is rolling out the results of a branding refresh in June, and yes, there’s a new logo, but Shannon explains that branding is so much more than a logo: “A brand...

Fastenal internship puts Swanson on fast track to career
Parker Swanson, senior

Saint Mary’s MBA alumnus helps Black community reduce wealth and homeownership gaps
Vachel Hudson M’19

Sandbar Storytelling Festival adds Koo Koo Kanga Roo to fall lineup
WINONA, Minn. — The Sandbar Storytelling Festival welcomes the interactive dance party duo Koo Koo Kanga Roo for an evening of moving to the music on Saturday, Oct. 15. The show, sponsored by Todd VonBastiaans and Winona Area Public Schools, will run from 5:30 to 6:15...

Alumnus focuses on aiming high
Javier Madrid B’18

Surrounded by support
Jacqueline (Jacky) Beltran ’24

A community that cares
For Sarah (Marek) Landman B’04, M’07, Saint Mary’s has always been a second home. A Winona native whose parents, Patrick B’79 and Maureen (Randell) ’81 Marek, as well as several aunts were all alumni, she was introduced to the Saint Mary’s community early in life....

Makerspace is the place where ideas come alive
Ideas come alive in makerspace

Lasallian Catholic values
When students come to Marisa (Niemiec) Corcoran B’99 and ask the tough questions about faith and religion, her answer is clear and simple. “My philosophy is love,” she said. “I’m going to show them so much love and show them God loves them. Conversation is important....