Fall 2020 planning
Dear Cardinal, I hope you’re having a safe and healthy summer. I’m sure you have many questions as we are heading into fall, and you are beginning to think about returning to campus. I would like to update you on progress being made, so we can begin to answer some of...
Fall reopening 2020 committee
Students and administrators have been meeting together for the last three weeks to discuss possible fall reopening plans for the Winona Campus. Tim Gossen, Ed.D., vice president for Student Affairs, is chairing the committee along with various administrators and student leaders.
Student accommodation process
The university is continuing to assess the needs of students and adjusting accordingly. Students who are at high risk are invited to fill out this form by Saturday, Aug. 1. Online components will be offered for students who need special accommodations. All courses...
Adult learners to graduate virtually July 17
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — A total of 609 adult learners will graduate from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and its Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs on Friday, July 17, at 7 p.m. during a virtual ceremony. The ceremony can be viewed at...
Gallup poll finds NCAA student-athletes more engaged, likely to thrive post-college
WINONA, Minn. — According to a 2020 study, Gallup found that NCAA student-athletes engaged in important undergraduate experiences at higher rates than their non-athlete peers and are more likely to be thriving in many post-college domains. Which comes as no surprise...
MCA to offer unity-building initiative using rock art
WINONA, Minn. — Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts (MCA) invites community members to join in a unique community-building initiative. Each week, MCA will share information about an important artist of color or of an indigenous background and their approach to art....
Saint Mary’s to offer online teaching certification to faculty
Starting in July, Saint Mary’s will offer an online instructor certification for all instructors. This series of three, four-week courses will help ensure faculty are equipped to offer online education informed by best practices.
Parking permits available for purchase
Parking permits can be purchased through the student portal. The permits open up for purchase by class year, starting with the seniors Aug. 1 then each week following with a new class year. The permits are $60 dollars for students who live on campus and $40 for...
Saint Mary’s renovating science center for collaborative learning
Benefactors make campus expansions possible WINONA, Minn. — Winona Campus students at Saint Mary’s University will be welcomed back to numerous changes, upgrades, and continued renovations — all of which are being made possible solely through philanthropic support....
Plans underway to launch undergraduate nursing program on Winona Campus in fall 2021
WINONA, Minn. — As a direct response to market research and an identified need in the workforce, Saint Mary’s University has announced its plan to establish a B.S. in Nursing program in fall 2021 at its Winona Campus. The university is currently renovating its Adducci...

