As a reminder, orientation leader applications are due on Friday, Feb. 12. The application can be found on Handshake. Do you consider yourself a leader on campus? Orientation leaders work with professional staff to support all new student programs, including orientation, registration, summer programs, and Welcome Weekend. All orientation leaders must be available for the dates listed below. The right person for this position is passionate about Saint Mary’s mission and is an upstanding member of the university community. View…
Do I need to be tested if I have already been positive for COVID-19? All students must be tested in the university's mass testing event and participate in surveillance testing with the exception of student-athletes who are being tested regularly as a result of practices or competitions, those who can prove they have tested positive within the past 90 days, and those being tested regularly due to off-campus employment. How many students can be together in a social setting? Per…
Is there any update on commencement? Plans for May commencement are being discussed. We are bringing together a group of senior students to provide additional input. Additionally, Ann Merchlewitz, Pandemic Assessment and Coordinating Team chair, is one of the co-governors for the Minnesota Department of Health work group on commencement. Although we are living in an ever-changing environment, we plan to share information with the Saint Mary's community as soon as possible. What are you doing to help students and…
Upcoming Events: Disability Virtual Career Fair - Tuesday, Nov. 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., online, free If you’re an individual with a disability looking for employment or internships, register now. Early registration will give employers access to your résumé as soon as they register for this event. You can chat online with employers across the county who are ready to hire you! Spotlight on Intern: Our intern this week is Erin Marti, a junior psychology major, who shares about…
Greetings Cardinal Nation! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are no athletic events to report on this fall, but there is still plenty to keep up with around Saint Mary's athletics! Here's a look at the highlights from this past week — including the amazing volunteer efforts by our Cardinal student-athletes
Upcoming events: MN Private Nonprofit and Government Jobs Fair - Friday, Oct. 30, delivered virtually, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are interested in a career in Public Service, this fair is for you! Visit with representatives of government agencies and non-profit organizations, all from the convenience of your room. For more information about the fair including the registered vendors, go to: http://www.togpartners.com/govnonprofitfair. The event is free and open to all Saint Mary's students and alumni, but REGISTRATION IS…
MASK-QUERADE Saturday | Oct. 31 | 7 p.m. | Gostomski Fieldhouse Come learn socially distanced line dances, decorate masks, and enjoy some treats in celebration of All Hallows' Eve! SET APART Saturday | Nov.14 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join Campus Ministry and Deprecor in Page Theater for an unforgettable day retreat, featuring speakers from the Christian Brothers, Campus Ministry, and the student body. All are welcome! Sign up with the Office of Campus Ministry. BE A PEN PAL…
Greetings Cardinal Nation! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are no athletic events to report on this fall, but there is still plenty to keep up with around Saint Mary's athletics! Here's a look at the highlights from this past week — including the amazing volunteer efforts by our Cardinal student-athletes.
PRAYER SERVICE FOR AN END TO RACIAL INJUSTICE Thursday | Oct. 22 | 7 p.m. | Saint Thomas More Chapel Campus Ministry will be hosting an ecumenical prayer service next week to pray for an end to racial discrimination and injustice. Please pray with us for peace in our nation and for an end to racism. CAMPUS MINISTRY MOVIE NIGHT: 'A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS' Friday | Oct. 23 | 7 p.m. | Salvi Lecture Hall BE A PEN PAL…
BISHOP QUINN ON FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP Bishop John Quinn of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester will be on the Winona Campus on Monday, Oct. 19, to speak about the upcoming election and discuss the U.S. Bishops’ document, “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship.” The event will run from 7 to 8 p.m. in Page Theatre. A question and answer period will follow. In keeping with COVID-19 safety guidelines, masks must be worn, and seats will be socially distanced. Participants can…
Upcoming events: Leveraging LinkedIn Workshop today, Oct. 15, 7-7:30 p.m. via ZOOM Join us for this 30-minute workshop. The workshop is free, but you MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE for this meeting: You may have heard of LinkedIn, but do you really know how to leverage it to maximize your network? Participants will learn the essentials of LinkedIn as a professional networking tool. You will: learn how to promote your brand to the world, explore ways to expand your network, and…
Not happy with your midterm grades? Sign up for tutoring at smumn.joinknack.com. Sign in with your SMUMN student account. If you have any questions about working with these tutors, please email Joe Dulak. If you experience any technical difficulties with Knack, please email support@joinknack.com. Need help with writing papers? Contact the Saint Mary’s Writing Center.
New this week Lasallian Day of Service Saturday, Oct. 10, from 1 to 3 p.m. Meet in front of the Saint Thomas More Chapel Serve our Lasallian community by volunteering. While we cannot leave campus to be on mission this year, there are lots of ways to volunteer on our own campus. Sign up with Sister Mary Elizabeth Anne at campusminsitry@smumn.edu or by filling out the volunteer form. REJOICE!: A Musical Evening of Praise Saturday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. in Page Theatre…
Local publications featured Saint Mary’s in recent news about COVID-19: “Winona County breaks 1,000 COVID-19 case mark; local higher education institutes react” (Winona Daily News) “Winona State University sees slow down in COVID-19 cases” (Winona Daily News) “College students adapt to new normal” (Winona Post) Saint Mary’s was mentioned in an update about efforts to add a second daily Amtrak train between the Twin Cities and Chicago: “Second daily round-trip train between Twin Cities, Chicago edges closer to reality” (The…
New this week Lasallian Day of Service Saturday, Oct. 10, from 1 to 3 p.m. Meet in front of the Saint Thomas More Chapel Serve our Lasallian community by volunteering. While we cannot leave campus to be on mission this year, there are lots of ways to volunteer on our own campus. Sign up with Sister Mary Elizabeth Anne at campusminsitry@smumn.edu or by filling out the volunteer form. REJOICE!: A Musical Evening of Praise Saturday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. in Page…
Sign up for a tutor or a peer learning assistant at smumn.joinknack.com. If you need help with writing papers contact the Saint Mary’s Writing Centers. The Academic Success Workshop site has a variety of resources from time management to online learning.
New this week CULTURE OF LIFE CLUB PRESENTS: Movie Night Thursday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. in SLC 200 Come watch the powerful true story "Unplanned" with the Culture of Life Club. Lasallian Day of Service Saturday, Oct. 10, from 1 to 3 p.m. Serve our Lasallian community by volunteering. While we cannot leave campus to be on mission this year, there are lots of ways to volunteer on our own campus. Sign up with Sister Mary Elizabeth Anne at…
Cardinals, Thank you for another great week. And thank you to each of you for continuing to adhere to the COVID-19 guidelines. Please keep it up so we can be here all the way through November. A short message of gratitude was created by members of the Saint Mary’s community: All the best, Tim Gossen, Ed.D. Vice President for Student Affairs Important notes related to COVID-19 Winona County Emergency Management is advising against travel to La Crosse County for…
Sept. 22 was National Voter Registration Day! The Saint Mary’s Student Senate, in collaboration with College Democrats and College Republicans, coordinated an ongoing voter registration drive. Students are encouraged to register to vote. When registering, you can select Minnesota or your home state (if you’re staying in Winona, you can do either, but not both). This will provide you with links to register to vote and request absentee ballots. We strongly encourage you to do both, because this will ensure…
New this week DAY OF PRAYER & FASTING | THURSDAY, SEPT. 24 All people of good will are invited to take part in a day of prayer and fasting on Thursday, Sept. 24, for the intentions of God's mercy on the country and the healing and conversion of our hearts, especially in light of the ongoing pandemic and civil unrest. LASALLIAN DIALOGUE ON RACISM: A GLOBAL PANDEMIC | THURSDAY, SEPT. 24 Presented by the International Association for Lasallian Universities (IALU)…