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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

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Julie Furst-Bowe, Ed.D., named vice president for Academic Affairs at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota

After an extensive search process with a strong pool of finalists, Julie Furst-Bowe, Ed.D., has been named vice president for Academic Affairs (VPAA) for Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, effective...

Anonymous alumnus and family commit $5 million match, furthering Saint Mary’s $100 million challenge goal

Following a series of significant philanthropic successes for the university, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is pleased to announce a transformative $5 million matching gift as part of the university’s...

Saint Mary’s students hold annual variety show, Gaslight, April 17 and 18

Students at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota are hosting Gaslight, an annual variety show organized by seniors on campus. Held for the first time in Saint Mary’s University’s Page Theatre,...

Experience an afternoon of music at Saint Mary’s University April 11

Join Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota to experience “Music in Bloom,” an afternoon of music on April 11 at the Performance Center on Saint Mary’s University’s Winona Campus. The afternoon...

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Dornseif builds relationships in the classroom, on the ice, and in the office

From the moment Taryn Dornseif set foot on the Winona Campus her freshman year, she felt welcomed by the Saint Mary’s community. Over the years, that feeling has been present...

Four honored during Saint Mary’s Founders’ Day celebration

In celebration of its heritage, Saint Mary’s University presented awards to one faculty member, one staff member, and two outstanding seniors at its annual Founders’ Day celebration on Tuesday, March...

Kate Jerman ’97 to be inducted into Saint Mary’s Sports Hall of Fame

As we spotlight our final Hall of Fame inductee leading up to the Cardinal Excellence Fund Dinner, it’s only fitting to close with a player whose name remains firmly etched...

Steve Brieske B’92 to be inducted into Saint Mary’s Sports Hall of Fame

This week, Saint Mary’s University is proud to celebrate one of the most accomplished pitchers in program history as Steve Brieske B’92 prepares to be inducted into the Saint Mary’s...

Gelgelu uses double degree to change lives

Alumnus forms African Economic Development Solutions Gene Gelgelu M’08, D’22 knew, while he was finalizing his MBA at Saint Mary’s, that it was time to do something new — something...

Faith and Mission

Dr. Isacco and Dr. White discuss faith and mental health on podcasts

Dr. Anthony Isacco, program director of our M.S. in Clinical Psychology program, appeared on Nathan Crankfield’s Seeking Excellence podcast. The two spoke about Dr. Isacco’s work at Saint Mary’s, where...

Dr. White believes in pairing faith integration with clinical psychology

Tim White, Psy.D., field placement director and assistant professor in Saint Mary’s M.S. in Clinical Psychology program, says that faith has always been very important to him. In fact, called...

Saint Mary’s helps Striemer become responsive leader in Catholic education

Sarah Striemer M’16, S’25 knew she wanted to be a teacher since she was a little girl. “It’s all I’ve ever wanted to be,” she said, adding that her dream...

Dr. Isacco knows faith integration and clinical psychology is a successful pairing

Saint Mary’s program is launching its M.S. in Clinical Psychology program this fall, the first online master’s program of its kind in the U.S. with Catholic faith integration. Rooted in...

Waddell enjoys how Saint Mary’s philosophy program examines history of philosophy

When junior Patrick Waddell’s brother entered the seminary, Patrick was a junior in high school, and he was able to get his first introduction to being around young priests and...

IN THE NEWSSAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA AND ITS EXPERT LEADERS HIGHLIGHTED BY THE MEDIA

In the news: Saint Mary’s students embrace Shakespeare

The Winona Post celebrated Saint Mary’s Shakespeare Showcase in a recent article, a theatrical production held in collaboration with the university’s Co-curricular Arts program and the Great River Shakespeare Festival....

In the news: Saint Mary’s Athletics places second in annual Grocery Grab, sprinting to checkout for a good cause

Saint Mary’s athletic director Brian Sisson and head women’s basketball coach Courtney Shelton were featured in a Winona Post article about Winona’s eighth annual Grocery Grab. Participants raced through Midtown...

Dr. Isacco and Dr. White discuss faith and mental health on podcasts

Dr. Anthony Isacco, program director of our M.S. in Clinical Psychology program, appeared on Nathan Crankfield’s Seeking Excellence podcast. The two spoke about Dr. Isacco’s work at Saint Mary’s, where...

In the news: Saint Mary’s enrollment continues steady growth

Vice President for Enrollment Management Michael McMahon spoke with the Winona Post about Saint Mary’s increase in undergraduate enrollment over the last few years. He discussed how tuition assistance programs...

Saint Mary’s Currents

A podcast series on current topics relevant to the world of work and life. Just as current is a flow of positive electric charge, the goal of Saint Mary’s Currents is to find a positive path forward.

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SAINT MARY'S MAGAZINEREAD THE STORIES AND LATEST NEWS FROM OUR ALUMNI, BENEFACTORS, AND FRIENDS

A combined 75+ years of service to Saint Mary's

Jeff Wieczorek, Dean Beckman, and Nicole Witt Gerdes B'98 all came to Saint Mary's for different reasons. The reasons why they stay are similar. They shared their stories with us and why they continued to be invested in the Saint Mary's community.

Saint Mary's capstone leads to flourishing business

The Vogt family shares love of Saint Mary’s and, of course, making wine. Vicky Vogt B’08 came to Saint Mary’s with a dream of starting a winery and bringing her family closer together. In just a few short years, Vogt used her degree to make those dreams reality.

A legacy that spans three generations

Three generations of the Munns family members thought about how they would describe Saint Mary’s to someone unfamiliar with their alma mater. Words like “family,” “home,” and “community” came up often. The Munns family legacy at Saint Mary's spans three generations, and each family member has enjoyed their experience as much as the last.

Gelgelu uses double degree to change lives

Gene Gelgelu M’08, D’22 knew, while he was finalizing his MBA at Saint Mary’s, that it was time to do something new — something that would be life changing not only for him, but for others. e formed African Economic Development Solutions nonprofit organization, and it’s been changing lives ever since.

Saint Mary’s School of Advancing Studies is off to a ‘fast start’ with plans for 90-credit degrees

Hoppy Tapper, J.D., dean of the School of Advancing Studies discusses the launch of a new 90-credit online undergraduate degree option at Saint Mary's through the Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs.

Latest in Cardinal Athletics

Cardinals Split Final Nonconference Games at Home

After a series of weather delays and schedule adjustments, the Saint Mary’s baseball team finally opened its home slate on Tuesday, splitting a nonconference doubleheader with UW-Eau Claire.

Baseball Secures the Opening Conference Sweep, Extend Win Streak to Seven

After the weather pushed the conference opener back a day, the Saint Mary’s baseball team didn’t miss a beat.

Cardinals Fall to the No. 19 Gusties

The Saint Mary’s women’s tennis team (5-6-1, 0-6 MIAC) faced a tough test Sunday afternoon, falling 7-0 to No. 19 Gustavus Adolphus College (17-5, 5-0 MIAC) in MIAC action at...

Cardinals Open Outdoor Season in Iowa

The Saint Mary’s track and field team officially kicked off its outdoor season this weekend, splitting competition across the Midwest.

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