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YOLO

We have all heard the phrases, “A purpose-filled life,” “Living life with passion,” “Living life with zeal,” etc. Well, we can’t leave out “YOLO.” About a decade ago, one of my sons was telling me he wanted to do something I considered reckless. I told him to wait....

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Meet Zeal

Zeal is the first to arrive and the last to leave class. She sits in the front row, shares her M&M's. She is chatty and reads … everything — even the optional articles. She giddily posts and reposts in online discussions. Zeal turns her work in early and always...

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Embracing anti-fragility

Learners pursuing advanced degrees face a surfeit of challenges. The list of trammels is too numerous to name in this short reflection. However, in an attempt to provide some context, the obstacles range from the changes linked to content delivery due to COVID-19, to...

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Capturing zeal amidst uncertainty

We know it well, the daily chaos which we now accept as the new normal, at least for the moment. Each day brings its own set of challenges and choices: Helping children with their schooling while still making progress on your own studies, finding a steady stream of...

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Plans for fall 2020

Plans for fall 2020

Saint Mary’s has decided to open the Winona Campus for in-person instruction and on-campus experiences as scheduled in August 2020. This return will be accompanied by accommodations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and to promote the health and safety of students,...

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Responding to racism: A Lasallian dialogue

Responding to racism: A Lasallian dialogue

You’re invited to join Responding to Racism: A Lasallian Dialogue on Thursday, June 25. This virtual panel discussion, an initiative of the six Lasallian colleges and universities throughout the Lasallian Region of North America, including Saint Mary’s, invites the...

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Students vlog while distance learning

Students vlog while distance learning

A few of our undergraduate students are sharing a glimpse into life during a pandemic — how they stay organized, stay on top of their classes and jobs, stay active, and stay connected — all while being away from campus. Watch this series of short videos to get an...

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First ever virtual commencement held

First ever virtual commencement held

Graduating seniors were honored on May 22 in a virtual ceremony, the first of its kind for Saint Mary’s. Faculty, staff, students, their families, friends, and supporters took part in celebrating our 198 graduating seniors and all of their academic accomplishments....

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