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 Merit for serving as an inspiring leader, engaging shepherd and teacher, and genuine friend of the university. During […]
Harry Hurley, course-contracted assistant professor, was awarded the Brother Julius Winkler, FSC, Adjunct Faculty Recognition Award during the virtual Fall Faculty Conference on Sept. 25. Each year, the Brother Julius Winkler, FSC, Adjunct Faculty Recognition Award is presented to a course-contracted faculty member in the Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs who has sustained excellence […]
Recent research conducted by Michelle Wieser, dean of the Saint Mary’s University School of Business and Technology, found inequities in the academic experience and career outcomes of female and minority MBA students and graduates of top-tier business schools. Wieser led the research on behalf of the Forte Foundation, an organization that partners with corporations, nonprofits, […]
Due to personal family circumstances, Susan Jarosak has returned to her role as assistant dean for the School of Health and Human Services. We thank her for her dedication and continued leadership. Amy Heinz, OTD, has graciously agreed to step in as the school’s interim dean. Dr. Heinz joined Saint Mary’s about three years ago […]
Saint Mary’s University will welcome Michael Lamb, Ph.D., to present “Several Reasons why it is Good to form Character within the University.” This presentation is open to Saint Mary’s students, faculty, and staff and will take place Monday, Oct. 18, at 3 p.m. in Brother Louis Hall Room 105 on the Twin Cities Campus. Dr. […]
Recruiting plans Plans and activities are underway at Saint Mary’s University for the next recruiting cycle. The Undergraduate College Admission Office has initiated a major shift to a new and improved partner to help target, craft, and deliver compelling messaging to prospective students, from the time we learn of a student through when they decide […]
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota ranked No. 3 in the “Best Value” category among all Regional Universities in the Midwest — and No. 1 among all Minnesota universities in this category — according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 ratings. Prospective students and undergraduate parents often look at key rankings when deciding on a […]
The Marketing and Communication team is making great strides on our brand refresh and web redesign project thanks to the wonderful support and ongoing feedback from many individuals across Saint Mary’s community. We started working with an external partner this summer on the brand refresh and a total web redesign, including a new content management […]
As a Lasallian Catholic institution, empowering our students to live ethical lives has always been at the core of our work at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Thanks to resources made possible through the Kern Family Foundation, we are able to renew and invigorate our focus. We believe this commitment to character and virtue education […]
Welcome to a reenvisioned Cardinal Update, which will continue to be sent to faculty, staff, and university trustees every other Tuesday. With our new internal communication, Saint Mary’s Today, which includes day-to-day updates, news, and events, we are focusing the Cardinal Update content on high-profile, high-level news, important updates, stories about key events, and notable […]
Hello Cardinals! The fall 2021 Student Senate at-large representatives election is today, Thursday, Sept. 16! All undergraduate students have the opportunity to elect the Student Senate at-large representatives for the 2021-22 academic year. The official ballot will be open until 7 p.m. today. Ballots can also be accessed through QR codes posted around campus, and […]
A very special thank you to the four students who have stepped up since last Friday and applied for positions within food service, but we still need students to work. We encourage you or your friends to consider applying to work for Chartwells. Work-study is not required; flexible hours and a few additional perks are […]
Starting soon Spikeball and volleyball leagues will begin this Sunday. Players and captains, look for details soon! Extended registration and delayed start Intramurals is extending the deadline to sign up. To sign up, go to IMLeagues.com and create an account using your Saint Mary’s email. Registered students, faculty, and staff can create teams or join […]
Masks required Congratulations, Cardinals! We have had a good start to the fall semester, and it is great having all of you back on campus. Fitzgerald Library is working hard to follow Saint Mary’s COVID-19 protocols and keep our building safe for all. We would like to share a friendly reminder that masks must be […]
Because we have both vaccinated and unvaccinated students on our Winona Campus, Saint Mary’s will conduct weekly surveillance testing of at least 10% of the student body there each week through December 2021. The testing will commence on Friday, Sept. 17, and be conducted by the Wellness Center. Participation in surveillance testing is mandatory for […]
Calling all future educators! The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) chapter on campus is inviting you to a presentation given by the 2021 Minnesota Teacher of the Year! Natalia Benjamin is a Saint Mary’s University graduate who currently teaches English learners and ethnic studies at Century High School in Rochester. The event will […]
Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) is Wednesday, Sept. 15. This most solemn religious fast of the Jewish year is also the last of 10 days of penitence that began on Rosh Hashanah, most commonly referred to as the Jewish New Year, last week. As our brothers and sisters of the Jewish faith conclude this time […]
Saint Mary’s Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is pleased to invite applications for the Teaching Fellows program. The Teaching Fellows program is designed to provide selected course-contracted faculty the opportunity to actively develop, invigorate, and expand their teaching repertoire and build community through a series of seven virtual workshops. Participants will engage […]
Dear Saint Mary’s colleagues, We want to extend an invitation to join us in welcoming our newest members of the president’s cabinet with an upcoming meet and greet on the Twin Cities Campus Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2 to 3 p.m. in the University Center. Mr. Leon Dixon, vice president for inclusion and human dignity Dr. […]
The Business Office would like to notify all Chrome River users that there will be some minor updates to the dashboard of the Chrome River application. These updates will take place starting today, Tuesday, Sept. 14. When users login to create or approve an invoice or expense report, the dashboard will have a new look […]